Unearthing The New Republic's intellectual roots

A new book attempts to deepen the philosophical dimension of a revived left.

The show’s new season lays bare the pretensions of beloved films.

Is the movement to stop Donald Trump just an exercise in branding?

A plan to eliminate animal farming relies on science and startups.

How the United States reinvented empire

The U.S. government went looking for someone to blame for Russia's interference in the 2016 election—and found Maria Butina, the perfect scapegoat.

Why Google and other firms still cling to their military contracts

How rank-and-file workers are changing the politics and culture of Big Tech.

Is Silicon Valley growing away from its liberal and libertarian origins?

New HR policies alone won't reform the company's culture.

Tech workers are using company mission statements to hold their CEOs accountable.

How twelve young activists forced a bold idea into the mainstream of the Democratic Party

Iranian director Asghar Farhadi's films are driven by subtle social dynamics. Can he preserve them in a new thriller?

He famously hailed the triumph of liberal democracy. Now he struggles to see a future for it.

What makes a protest powerful?

“Femtech” companies are marketing themselves to women who are worried about having kids. Are these startups alleviating female anxieties or exploiting them?