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Politics desperately needs hope, so why does it no longer inspire it?
For some philosophers, hope is a second-rate way of relating to reality.
Is it time to decriminalize prostitution? Two New York bills answer yes in unique ways
One bill hopes to repeal the crime of selling sex and expand social services; the other would legalize the entire sex trade.
A normal tourist map, “but everything is negative”
'Critical Tourist Map of Oslo' offers uniquely dark perspective on Norway's capital.
One century ago, women’s suffrage swept America
In this 1915 map, Lady Liberty shines her light in the West on women in the East, still in electoral darkness
What stops people from changing their minds?
A persistent barrage of information is not the best method for getting through to someone with a different point of view.
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The Secret Service is buying social media location data
New documents confirm that the government agency—one of many—has been using a tracking company.
You want to stop child abuse? Here’s how you can actually help.
Sharing QAnon disinformation is harming the children devotees purport to help.
Consumer advocacy groups are mostly funded by Big Pharma, according to new research
An article in Journal of Bioethical Inquiry raises questions about the goal of these advocacy groups.
An expert explains what ‘Abolish the Police’ really means
It turns out big ideas don't always fit in sign-sized slogans.
Politics is now a dating deal-breaker, according to new research
A massive Dating.com study reveals just how important politics are in the dating world right now.
Does rioting work? Here are five times it did.
Expert opinion is divided on how effective riots can be on causing social change. However, these five examples show they can do something.
Here are 3 things white people can do right now to help #BLM
Remaining silent is being complicit.
How dystopian narratives can incite real-world radicalism
People often incorporate lessons from fictional stories into their beliefs, attitudes and value judgments, sometimes without even being aware that they are doing so.
Should we defend the free speech of everyone — extremists included?
You can't really have an opinion if you don't know all sides of the argument.
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Why the presumption of good faith can make our lives civil again
Taking time for thoughtful consideration has fallen out of fashion, writes Emily Chamlee-Wright. How can we restore good faith and good judgement to our increasingly polarized conversations?
Sexual harassment: Organizations must stop protecting ‘brilliant jerks’
More rules is not what's going to stop sexual harassment at work, says Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. Change the culture.
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The awkward truth about choosing charities
Philosopher Peter Singer broaches an uncomfortable truth about the Make-A-Wish Foundation and GoFundMe pages.
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10 quotes from great minds on why you should vote
Don't feel like going out to vote? These ten thinkers have something to tell you.
3 ethical catastrophes you can help stop, right now
Deciding how we ought to live is one of the greatest challenges of being alive. Ask yourself these important questions to gain clarity, with philosopher Peter Singer.
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3 easy ways to help people in extreme poverty
There are many different ways of helping people in extreme poverty. Philosopher Peter Singer explains how you can do it.
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We can improve politics in America. Here’s how.
Here's how to have a healthier relationship with politics.
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We need music to be political, not just entertaining
Protest music is a natural feature of humanity.
Should social media platforms censor hate speech?
Social media giants aren't legally obligated to protect free speech. But they should. Former ACLU president Nadine Strossen explains why.
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Greta Thunberg at Davos: 3 straw-man arguments from Twitter & YouTube comments
The 17-year-old climate activist gets a lot of criticism online. Which of those critiques hold water?
The philosophy of protest: Thoreau, King, and Civil Disobedience
The protesters on the street aren't just taking up space, they carry on a well thought out tradition.
Cory Booker on PC culture: Is censoring others really the best way?
The key to changing hearts and minds for a better world? Lead with love, says Senator Cory Booker.
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Why generational pressure is the key to climate change policy
Change is coming, but not from the generation that currently holds positions of power.
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Is globalization actually disempowering?
More than ever before, we're aware of the tragedy and suffering that goes on in the world. But does that mean we can do more about it?
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Greta Thunberg, climate change activist, wins Time Person of the Year
Going from a solitary teenage protester in front of the Swedish parliament to a global icon in little more than a year certainly merits a distinction.
Climate change: Why we need 70% of U.S. politicians to unite
Paying a fee for greenhouse gas emissions may spur a revolution, in terms of corporate behavior, amid the climate crisis.
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