How Do We Let Our Kids Be Kids in an Age of Terror?
The bombing at Ariana Grande's concert in Manchester was an act of terrorism on youth—specifically a deadly assault on girls and girl culture, and we cannot ignore the misogynist message.
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Hillary Came to Debate. Trump Came to Hate
He loomed, lied, gaslighted, threatened to jail his opponent, snorted, even dissed his running mate. But did Donald Trump win over undecided voters?
Donald Trump Is Not America’s Savior
Last night's acceptance speech portrayed a country that is on the precipice of collapse. And only a Roger Ailes–created monster can save us. In a single day, apparently.
When Hates Collide
The GOP thrives on stoking fears of the American public. And with the Orlando tragedy, they can conveniently hide their homophobia behind Islamophobia.
Can You Like Guns And Demand Gun Control?
The writer appreciates how powerful a gun can make her feel. But it is imperative we let go of the good guy with a gun fantasy if we want to live to see another day.
When Solidarity Only Goes So Far
This Beirut-based reporter's Syrian friends empathize with Paris's victims. But will Parisians sympathize with the growing number of refugees created by France's airstrikes?
Why Do We Police Each Other’s Grief?
When an outpouring of social-media support for the victims of the Paris terrorist attacks gives way to grief-shaming, are we losing sight of our humanity?
No, ISIS Is Not Just Like the GOP
It's tempting to compare the Syrian terrorists—who are forcing women's clinics to close—to Republicans. But ISIS is far worse than anything we can imagine.
Did Hillary Really Call the GOP Terrorists?
Republicans claim they're up in arms over Clinton’s “incendiary” remarks. But if any of them want a shot at the White House, they might want to consider what she actually did say.
Dear President Obama, Mike Brown Is a “Slain American,” Too
"Appalled" by James Foley's murder, the president has vowed to be "vigilant and relentless." Doesn't the murder of Mike Brown warrant his rage and vigilance, too?