Selma, then and now: reflections on an American story
Selma 1965 represents the worst and best of America: our home-grown terrorism and abuses of power, AND the immense courage and persistence that can bring about change.
Chuy Garcia and the right to a city
What was supposed to have been a waltz into a second term for Emanuel has turned into a fight for his political life with challenger and longtime progressive Latino leader Jesus "Chuy" Garcia.
TPP-ing the economy: Is new trade pact “NAFTA on steroids?”
Unless you've spent the winter lost on the Pacific Crest Trail, you know that middle-class incomes have slipped again.
State of Silicon Valley 2015: A tale of two Americas
"If Silicon Valley were a country, it'd be sixth in the world in GDP per capita."
Why black and brown lives matter for all lives
On Feb. 20, a police officer shot and killed Mexican national Rubén García Villalpando on the side of a highway outside Dallas.
Senate stalling on Lynch nomination is "unconscionable"
The tea party is holding Lynch's confirmation hostage.
Selma 2015: a massive gathering but a long march ahead
What perilous choices stood before the country in 1965 and what perilous choices stand before us today?
Terry Pratchett, 66: fantasy author's own narrative closes
Fantasy novelist Terry Pratchett died Mar. 12, leaving several library shelves' worth of published literature behind, as well as the legacy it created.
GOP letter to Iran: a national disgrace
The dangers inherent in the GOP's congressional victory last fall are growing more apparent with the passing of each day; but all is not lost.
Lesbians who chose visibility: Unsung heroes of women's movement
You don't always recognize heroes by how many bows they take or by the awards bestowed upon them.
