Jessica Cisneros Wants to Unseat Trump's Favorite Democrat
By primarying one of the most right-wing congressional Democrats, the 26-year-old Texas immigration lawyer is helping transform the nation.
Noam Chomsky Is the Antidote to Trump's Fascism
After decades of being a critical progressive voice, he shows no signs of slowing down.
William Greider’s Blistering Critiques of Capitalism Will Be Sorely Missed
The celebrated economist and author, who died at 83 this week, exposed the perils of Reaganomics—and predicted Trump’s rise.
Unlikely D.A. Chesa Boudin Wants to End Mass Incarceration
The newly elected top prosecutor in San Francisco is part of a wave of progressives who want to reform the criminal justice system.
The GM Strikes Set the Stage for a Nationwide Workers’ Revolt
October’s Truthdiggers didn’t just obtain better conditions with their historic 41-day walkout; they set an example for all U.S. workers.
Sara Nelson Is the Face of America's Resurgent Labor Movement
The flight attendant who made national headlines during the government shutdown as she called for a general strike now wants labor’s top job.
Truthdigger Pia Klemp Is the Badass Hero the World Desperately Needs
The German sea captain, who has personally rescued thousands of migrants from drowning, faces a harsh prison sentence for her valiant deeds.
Truthdiggers of the Month: Puerto Ricans Who Toppled a Corrupt Governor
As one protester said, “We are writing our own story.”
Truthdigger Tiffany Cabán Poses the Right Kind of Threat
Whether or not her opponents—within and outside Democratic ranks—are ready, the contender for Queens D.A. offers needed change.
If Our Planet Has a Future, It’s Thanks to Greta Thunberg
The 16-year-old Swedish activist has moved millions, including political leaders, with her urgent climate change message.
