The World’s Leaders Are Terrible. Let’s Declare Our Independence From All of Them.
We hold these truths to be self-evident, that even the best Leaders are Self-Absorbed Prima Donnas, and the rest are seriously Craze-o Lunatics.
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Perspectives on the news from Intercept columnists, reporters, and freelance contributors.
History Has Taught Us That Concentration Camps Should Be Liberated. We Can’t Wait Until 2020.
Few of us have fully considered what we would do if concentration camps were built and operated in our nation, by our government, on our watch, on our dime.
With Census Decision, Trump’s GOP Falters in March Toward White Minority Rule
The Supreme Court's failure to address the racist underpinnings of the census citizenship question — even while blocking it — is concerning.
What the Concentration Camps of Bosnia Can Teach Us About the Abuse of Immigrants on the U.S. Border
I never thought the pattern of abuse and deceit that I saw at Serb-run prison camps in the 1990s would be relevant to America — but it is.
Stephanie Grisham Is a Perfect Fit as Trump’s Press Secretary — Because She’s a Proven Liar
There don’t ever seem to be any consequences for Trump advisers who tell lies or break the law.
The Sexual Harassment Bills Passed in New York Are the Structural #MeToo Victories We Need
The new legislation constitutes a concrete step toward holding employers accountable while protecting employees against discrimination and harassment.
Forget Bernie vs. Warren. Focus on Growing the Progressive Base and Defeating Biden.
The last thing we need is for the two strongest progressive candidates and their supporters to tear each other apart.
Sudan's Military Is Killing Pro-Democracy Protesters. Trump Doesn't Care — but We Should.
After the ousting of dictator Omar al-Bashir, the Sudanese military has cracked down and killed at least 100 civil rights protesters.
U.N. Concludes That Saudi Arabia Needs to Be Held Accountable for Khashoggi. Here’s Why That Won’t Happen.
As long as the U.S. stands firmly by Saudi Arabia and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the kingdom won’t face justice — or restrain itself.
Saudi Arabia May Execute Teenager for His Protests — Including When He Was 10
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has overseen an escalation in violent crackdowns on political protest. It’s getting even worse.