The agencies that separate families, abuse children, and deport innocent people should be just as toxic as Trump’s wall.
Worse Than the Wall
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Human Rights
Criticizing Israel Isn’t Anti-Semitic. Here’s What Is.
Pro-Israel politicians don’t speak for young Jews like me. They shouldn’t pretend to.
Progressives Should Support Open Borders — With No Apology
Supporting freedom of movement isn’t just the right thing to do. It’s a political winner for the left.
Can the New Congress Keep Intelligence Agencies in Check?
It’s going to be tricky when recent agency heads are now vocal “Resistance” leaders.
Turkey’s Erdogan Is Due for Another Rebuke
With municipal elections on the horizon, Turks are likely to note that imprisoning the opposition hasn’t exactly raised living standards.
The Dangers of U.S. Brinkmanship in Venezuela
Before Venezuela devolves into civil war, the U.S. should lift the sanctions, take the military option off the table, and get behind a negotiated, nonviolent solution.
Venezuela: No to Intervention, No to Maduro
The left has a proud tradition of both democracy and anti-imperialism. It’s critical to keep both traditions in mind when addressing the current crisis in Venezuela.
‘More AIPAC Than J Street’: Kamala Harris Runs to the Right on Foreign Policy
The California senator’s hardline positions on Israel-Palestine point to a dangerous disregard for international law.
The New Congress Can End Wars and Constrain the ‘Deep State.’ Will It?
Congress ended the Vietnam war, exposed horrific CIA and FBI abuses, and halted them. Where’s that energy now?
Deal or No Deal: Britain’s Fearful Future
The case for a second Brexit vote.