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One of the key economic levers the government can manipulate are in pursuit of anti-trust policy.
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One of the key economic levers the government can manipulate are in pursuit of anti-trust policy.

Politics often involves matters of conscience, especially on consequential issues like gun violence, voter suppression and climate change.

An agreement has been reached between the United States and Iran to end the war in Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

On July 1, there will be changes to the student loan repayment system that change the situation for new and old borrowers alike.

As the country gears up to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the plans that President Trump has in mind ar...

As top athletes from around the world gather for the World Cup, many are representing nations embroiled in military conflict.

As trust in science and institutions has eroded, the Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science is teaching scientists how to better communi...

With basketball fresh on everyone's mind, someone with his feet in both the sports world, and the political world, discusses.

Speeches have an important history in the United States, not only for their historical impact, but for their role in shaping a national iden...

Daily thoughtful conversation about the latest news and politics.

As the Trump administration continues to use the US military for geopolitical leverage, a look at the work of boots-on-the-ground service me...

Ahead of the midterms, a look at some key races.

The far-left politics of NYC's new(ish) mayor have drawn national attention, and raised questions about the future of Democratic politics.

The Trump administration announced that those seeking green cards would need to apply from their home countries, not within the U.S. as many...

A recent Supreme Court decision weakened Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act

On our radio show, we're kicking off a series of forums for candidates running for Congress in consequential, local races.

U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy talks about his new book on the crises—and the cults—underlying current politics.

As the Trump administration ramps up its pressure campaign against Cuba, a look at what it means for the geopolitics of the region.

Remembering Barney Frank and his recent advice for Democrats.

A legal expert weighs in on the ways President Trump has used the legal system to evade accountability and enrich himself.