Communities targeted by escalating right-wing violence are learning from their own histories how to keep each other safe.
Democracy
Building the Black City: History, Capitalism, and Reparations
Joe Trotter explores how Black Americans have created, sustained, and expanded cities across the U.S.
Journalists Caution Against 鈥淣onprofit Killer鈥� Bill
Jenna Ruddock joins 大象传媒 Presents: Rising Up With Sonali to discuss the fight to pass an alternative to the 鈥渘onprofit killer鈥� bill.
People Power From South Korea to Syria
After two major political earthquakes, the question is: How can we protect democracy in South Korea and usher in democracy in Syria?
Big Oil Lied and Deceived for Decades. Can It Be Stopped?
Rebecca John explores how we can hold oil and gas companies accountable for climate catastrophe.
Can Ben Wikler Rebuild the Democratic Party?
After multiple Democrat losses, the internal party elections for the chair of the Democratic National Committee are a bellwether about its future direction.
Countering California鈥檚 Rightward Shift
A newly formed coalition vows to take on the MAGA multitudes in California.
Why Kamala Harris Failed
Rather than conclude Trump won over masses of voters, Kamau Franklin wants to examine why Democrats failed so badly.
Trump Is Back. Now What?
Dr. Jenn Jackson reflects on the collective blow that Trump鈥檚 reelection brings to marginalized communities.
Women鈥檚 Rights and Feminism in the 2024 Election
In an Election Day conversation, Serene Khader reflects on how women were mobilized by attacks on their bodily autonomy, and what post-election organizing can look like.
Our Power Goes Beyond the Ballot Box
There鈥檚 no denying the terror of this moment. But we will get through it with a love-filled movement focused on safety, security, and stability.
Can We Fix Our Democracy?
To live up to its stated ideals, the United States must finally cede power to the people.
Post-Election Organizing to End the Gaza Genocide
How will Donald Trump鈥檚 re-election impact the Gaza genocide? And did Kamala Harris fail to win over Arab American votes?
The Possibility of Noncitizen Voting Rights
Some localities are granting limited voting rights to noncitizens, especially on issues directly affecting them.
Hope Is All We Have Today
As we await election results, Vilissa Thompson reminds us that hope is a discipline that we cannot cede to despair.
What If 16-Year-Olds Could Vote?
A growing number of U.S. municipalities are making it possible for minors to vote.
Immigrants Prepare for the Worst (Again)
No matter who wins the 2024 presidential race, immigrant rights advocates are laying the groundwork for long-term justice.
Storm-Ravaged North Carolina Rallies Voters
A coalition of progressive groups, including labor organizers, are connecting the dots on climate and the economy in North Carolina GOTV efforts.
Trump Is Pulling From White Feminism鈥檚 Playbook
Even while trying to appeal to white women, Donald Trump and J.D. Vance continue to push policies that will harm them鈥攁nd all women.
Inside Trump鈥檚 Madison Square Garden Rally
Investigative journalist Arun Gupta offers an eyewitness account of the hate鈥攁nd sense of belonging鈥攐n display at Donald Trump鈥檚 New York City rally.
Newly Naturalized and Ready to Vote
New citizens鈥攚hose votes may prove pivotal in swing states鈥攁re considering myriad issues as they cast their first ballots in a presidential election.
Turn Anger into Climate Activism This Election, Says Jane Fonda
According to the actor and activist: 鈥淭he choice is very clear: Do we vote for the future, or do we vote for burning up the planet?鈥�
Should Voters Pick Judges?
Only a few localities nationwide allow voters to elect judges. What impact would democratizing judge selection have on the judiciary?
Can Massive Election Turnout Save Democracy?
An extremely tight race for the presidency is sparking a last-minute, Black-led GOTV effort aimed at Black voters in swing states.
Simple Steps to Make Voting Easier
From vote-by-mail to making Election Day a national holiday, voting rights advocates are engaged in myriad efforts to increase voting access.
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