Volcanoes are erupting in The Philippines, but on-fire Australia received some welcome rain. The Iran war cries have been called off and The Donald’s military powers are about to be hamstrung by the Senate. Meanwhile, his impeachment trial is starting, and we’re all on Twitter for a front-row seat.
Tag: Politics
12/04/2025
What Could Go Right? Yes Means Yes
A new consensus around consent has quietly developed in Europe.
11/13/2025
What Could Go Right? Things Are Looking Up in Mexico
Now that inequality, poverty, and violent crime are all down
11/06/2025
What Could Go Right? Tobacco Endgame
What’s the best way to move toward a smoke-free world?
10/23/2025
What Could Go Right? No Kings Breaks New Ground
The protests are large, geographically widespread, and persistent.
09/18/2025
What Could Go Right? The Best of Us
Emphasizing the better angels of American politics one week after Charlie Kirk’s killing
08/14/2025
What Could Go Right? RFK Hasn’t Totally Killed mRNA Research (Yet)
At least there’s still hope for the next frontier in the cancer battle.
07/24/2025
What Could Go Right? Pressing Forward
The American press is resilient, even in the face of Trump's lawsuits and despite its imperfections.
07/10/2025
What Could Go Right? Look to Cities for Climate Progress
Many are moving faster to hit climate targets than their national counterparts.
06/26/2025
What Could Go Right? We Were Never Close to WWIII
Fearmongering on social media during the "12-day War" conflated real risks with baseless concerns.
06/12/2025
What Could Go Right? The First Treaty to Protect International Waters
Is on the verge of being ratified by the United Nations
05/29/2025
What Could Go Right? The US Says “I Don’t” to Child Marriage
A reform movement to end child marriage is gaining momentum across the country.
05/22/2025
