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POLITICS

Letter From Iran

A Freedom of Choice Revolution Is Roiling Iran

The new generation of Iranians is seeking democracy and separation of religion and state. 

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Labor Front

Are Unions Getting Off Their Knees?

Even as the UAW rank-and-file elects new leaders, Covid-hardened American workers are looking beyond legacy unions.

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POLITICS

The NYC Racial Justice Commission Has Failed

Feel-good ballot proposals will do no good. 

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POLITICS

Betting On Democracy

With Election Day approaching, we run some hard numbers—and roll the dice on a few sentimental bets.

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John McCain funeral for an interview with Tim Miller about the dangers of the Republican Party's election denials

POLITICS

Former Republican Strategist Tim Miller on Why the GOP is a Threat to America

Believe the hype: “A second Trump term would potentially be an end-times event for our democracy.”

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POLITICS

Midterms and Beyond – Put Your Money Where Your Vote Isn’t

Hey, New Yorkers—quick! Move to Wyoming or Georgia or Florida, where your votes will actually mean something this November, and again in 2024.

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Village Voice article by R.C. Baker about the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence

POLITICS

At 250, Who Will America Be?

In 2026, American democracy is supposed to celebrate its quarter-millennium birthday, but the GOP is raining on the parade.

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LA DOLCE MUSTO

Lying Liars Lying About Queers

For Pride, let’s counter the GOP’s Top 10 misleading claims.

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Village Voice article by Ross Barkan about how Eric Adams has made vaccine exceptions for star athletes

NEW YORK

Sports Moguls Carve Out Public Spoils

Adams and Hochul give the powerful what they want. You pay the Bills.

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War In Ukraine

Families Caught in Russia’s War on Ukraine

From Odesa to Moscow to the Upper West Side via Crimea, the Russian invasion of Ukraine has hit home on many fronts

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