Protesting Prop 8 In Portland
This weekend, thousands gathered in more than 300 cities nationwide to protest California’s passage of Proposition 8, which banned same-sex marriage. By Pedro de la Torre
Field Report Double Standard
The people in Uruguay distrust the U.S. government but revel in its culture. By Benjamin N. Gedan
Opinions The Fire of a New Generation
Railing against expectations, young people voted in record numbers—and it’s just the beginning. By Tim Fernholz
Books Inspiration for a Green Economy
Van Jones’ new book proposes concrete solutions for today’s economic and environmental problems. By Cameron Cook
Crib Sheets Why Transportation Matters
If our country’s financial crisis and subsequent government bailout have made one thing clear, it’s that the next few years will be no cakewalk. By Andrew Bielak
Books Writing on the Wall
A new academic book on graffiti offers a far too uncritical look at the art form. By Ben Adler
Crib Sheets Moving Toward Life Sentences
The death penalty has become less frequent in the United States, but that doesn’t mean it will be abolished any time soon. By Matthew Corritore