Category Archives: Opinion

THE NATION MAGAZINE – JULY/AUGUST 2026

THE NATION MAGAZINE: The latest issue features Amy Goodman on press freedom, Bernie Sanders on fighting oligarchy, Elie Mystal on our rights, Zohran Mamdani on patriotism, and more!

On “The Nation” and Empire

Our magazine has refused to accept what contributor Gore Vidal once described as the “cozy unremitting war” that puts this country in a state of conflict, year after year. Katrina vanden Heuvel for The Nation

Tom Paine’s Fight

The pamphleteer’s insistence that America live up to its revolutionary vows still rings true 250 years later. John Nichols

Can America Experience a New Birth of Freedom?

Five progressive leaders offer a powerful reminder of the country’s unfinished journey.

Bernie Sanders’s Revolution

The senator may be remembered as a bridge between the promise of America and the fulfillment of that promise. Jeet Heer

PROSPECT MAGAZINE —— JULY 2026 PREVIEW

PROSPECT MAGAZINE: The latest issue features … With the UK facing yet another change of prime minister, Ravi Gurumurthy outlines a bold plan for Labour to get our economy moving. Plus, as the World Cup begins, David Goldblatt writes on the power of the great global festival of our times

A plan for Britain

Labour lacks a philosophy or a plan for government. A few simple changes could transform the country’s fortunes

Political chaos has made Britain the ‘new Italy’

The turnover of prime ministers is high, and expectations for the next one are low

Conservatives and the British Right

Anglofuturism and ‘decline porn’: the Brave New Worlds of the right

THE NEW YORK TIMES – WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2026

After U.S. and Iran Exchange Strikes, Trump Issues New Threat

President Trump said Iran would “pay the price” for taking “too long to negotiate” an agreement to end the war.

How Quiet Oman Landed Itself in Trump’s Cross Hairs

As the Iran war drags on, Oman — a U.S. ally and mediator with Iran — has found itself at odds with the Trump administration and some of its own neighbors.

The Battle for the Senate Could Come Down to Hopes and Fears in Maine

Graham Platner’s primary victory in Maine sets up a high-stakes contest between a progressive with political baggage and a battle-tested Republican senator.

3 Takeaways From Tuesday’s Primary Election Results

A Twist in Ukraine’s Drone Campaign Is ‘Really Hurting the Russians’

Midrange attacks, using upgraded drones that Ukraine produces in huge numbers, are causing fuel shortages and complicating troop rotations.

THE NEW YORK TIMES – TUESDAY, JUNE 9, 2026

A Challenge in the U.S.-Iran Talks: Both Sides Demand Victory

Washington and Tehran would need to defend any potential deal as a win for their side. And each has a leader whose approach to talks is vexing mediators.

Israel Launches New Strikes in Southern Lebanon

The attacks came a day after Israel and Iran pulled back from direct confrontation. The Israeli campaign against Hezbollah has been an obstacle in U.S.-Iran peace talks.

With Baseless California Vote Fraud Claims, Trump Previews His Midterms Strategy

President Trump is using the slow count of mail ballots to try to cast doubt on outcomes he doesn’t like, despite a lack of evidence of any widespread fraud.

Ukraine’s Neighbors Seek Shelter as More and More Drones Fly Overhead

Drones launched by both Russia and Ukraine are veering off course, menacing countries that are not at war.

THE NEW YORKER MAGAZINE – JUNE 15, 2026 PREVIEW

The cover of the June 15 2026 issue of The New Yorker on which Marco Rubio and J. D. Vance fight while Donald Trump...

THE NEW YORKER MAGAZINE: The latest issue cover features ‘Barry Blitt’s “Out Cold” – The South Lawn octagon.

Andrew Tate’s Empire of Abuse

How the defining figure of the manosphere built a fortune—and became a political force—by systematically exploiting women. By Heidi Blake

For the Nation’s Birthday, Making It Harder to Become an American

The Trump Administration has chosen to honor the Semiquincentennial of a nation of immigrants with a vision that sends the country back in time. By Jonathan Blitzer

For People with Misophonia, Everyday Noises Can Be Agony

The neurophysiological disorder is characterized by a severe aversion to sound—and the struggle to convince others of the severity of that aversion. By Sloane Crosley

THE NEW YORK TIMES – MONDAY, JUNE 8, 2026

Iran and Israel Move to De-escalate After Cease-Fire Breaks Down

Yemen’s Houthis threaten to block Israeli shipping in the Red Sea.

How the Drive to Find a Conspiracy Against Trump Rocked the Justice Dept.

A push by the F.B.I. director to investigate what President Trump’s allies saw as a “deep state” cabal ended careers and undercut the department’s credibility.

A ‘Miraculous Transformation’: How Kim Jong-un Fortified North Korea

He used the pandemic to ruthlessly tighten his grip on the country. Then he energized its economy by leveraging Russia’s war in Ukraine.

Why Xi Jinping Is Going to North Korea to Court Kim Jong-un

THE NEW YORK TIMES MAGAZINE- JUNE 7, 2026

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THE NEW YORK TIMES MAGAZINE: The 6.7.26 Issue features Wesley Morris on the director Steven Spielberg; Adam Iscoe on prediction markets; Juan Arredondo documents a family deported to Colombia; and more.

Raphael Warnock Says the Supreme Court Has Done ‘Violence’ to Democracy

The Democrat from Georgia on what he sees as the moral issues of our time. By David Marchese

From Cow-Milking Robots to Weed-Zapping Lasers, Farmers Are Embracing A.I.

We asked three farmers to tell us how new technology is revolutionizing the way they work. By Coralie Kraft and Spencer Lowell

Scott Pelley on the Bari Weiss Era and His Last Days at ‘60 Minutes’

Lulu Garcia-Navarro sits down for an exclusive interview with the now-former CBS News correspondent.

Why We Still Need Steven Spielberg

Hollywood is struggling, but Spielberg insists that the big screen is still the best place to work out our collective dreams, fears, joys and sorrows.

THE NEW YORK TIMES – SUNDAY, JUNE 7, 2026

Kennedy Shows Minimal Engagement With Vast Health Portfolio

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has little interest in managing his department as he focuses on food and vaccine policies, according to colleagues.

An Uncertain Win for Immigrants Seeking to Stay in U.S.

After a judge’s ruling, there was a sense of renewed hope that frozen immigration applications would move forward. But how soon that would happen was unknown.

Trump Says Iran Has Made a ‘Big’ Nuclear Promise. It Isn’t New.

President Trump has boasted of securing a commitment from Iran not to develop a nuclear weapon, a pledge that Tehran has made for more than 50 years.

Pentagon Sees Growing Espionage Threat From Israel

The Defense Department has increased the threat assessment to its highest level, and Israel is believed to have eavesdropped on U.S. talks with Iran.

In Peru’s Runoff, the Right Seeks to Gain in Latin America

Facing a surge in violence, voters will choose between a newly moderated left and a right-wing candidate representing an autocrat’s divisive legacy.

IMPACT MAGAZINE ———- SPRING 2026 PREVIEW

Pacific Research Institute: The latest issue features America’s 250th anniversary through profiles of historical figures like Benjamin Rush and R.C. Hoiles, while advocating for free-market healthcare and criticizing California’s policy landscape. The issue further highlights American culture through the influence of Sarah Josepha Hale and provides critical analyses of state leadership and economic policies.

PRI, in celebration of America’s 250th birthday, has produced a series of videos and supplemental lesson plans for teachers highlighting the achievements of some of this country’s, and California’s, in particular, greatest unsung heroes. Three of my favorites have been compiled in the pages that follow. The first profiles one of my heroes, Benjamin Rush, a physician and signer of the Declaration of Independence. Another features R.C. Hoiles, a free-market newspaper publisher whose son-in-law Dick Wallace served on the PRI board until his recent passing. Hoiles, a great defender of liberty, built a large group of newspapers around the country including the popular Orange County Register.

And we also honor Sarah Josepha Hale, a poet, author, and visionary force in American culture. She championed Thanksgiving until it became a national tradition and holiday. Through her magazine Godey’s Lady’s Book, she helped to shape American tastes from beloved recipes to the white wedding dress.  

THE NEW YORK TIMES – SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 2026

As Trump Pushes Deportations, a Skyrocketing Caseload Strains Immigration Courts

A federal surge has more than doubled caseloads within some immigration courts. Lawyers said the tactic was causing errors and confusion.

Ken Paxton’s Senate Bid Raises the Stakes in His War on Latino Voting Groups

The Texas attorney general has tried to prove Democratic Hispanic groups have been corrupting elections. Now he could be the beneficiary of his attacks.

What Visual Evidence Tells Us About Israel’s Use of White Phosphorus in Lebanon

Videos collected by The Times show how the Israeli military has deployed a munition over populated areas in Lebanon that can be extremely harmful.

U.S. Shoots Down at Least 4 Drones Fired by Iran, U.S. Military Says

This Debt Collector Is the Devil

Got a debt to collect in Venezuela’s capital? Dr. Diablo and his pitchfork-wielding posse use public humiliation to pressure people into paying up.

As Ebola Spreads in East Africa, Will China Step Up?

China is well positioned to help stop the deadly virus, and could move into a gap left by U.S. retreat.