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Does the President get to decide when to ignore the law?

Establishing cultural rights to protect diverse groups may not be the answer.

The protesters on the street aren’t just taking up space, they carry on a well thought out tradition.

Change is coming, but not from the generation that currently holds positions of power.

Antisocial is a deep dive into the extremist views.

Does a person still get to be “the honorable” if they are tossed out for not being honorable?

Big Think’s eighth most popular video of the year reveals what the real future of war could look like.

An online tool listed the home of the Black Panther as a trading partner of the United States.

Recent research estimates that the growth of emissions slowed down to 0.6 percent in 2019. However, this still means that humans released more CO2 into the atmosphere in 2019 than in any other year.

Following two deadly crashes, the FAA has been engaged in a lengthy review process of the Boeing 737. With recent news that the review may continue into 2020, Boeing has opted to halt production of the plane.

The internet has given us the opportunity to stay informed better than ever. It’s also given us the ability to misinform ourselves — delude ourselves — beyond belief.

Paying a fee for greenhouse gas emissions may spur a revolution, in terms of corporate behavior, amid the climate crisis.

Popularity is slippery, and shouldn’t be confused with quality, says critic A.O. Scott.

America is polarized, but not as much as you might think.

How will Harris’ departure affect the remaining 15 candidates in the Democratic field?

In a recent interview, a former Boeing quality manager cited numerous safety concerns in the 787 Dreamliner.

The Internet Research Agency has learned that you catch more flies with honey than with vinegar.

A guide to keep conflicts from flaring up while you pass your uncle the pumpkin pie.

Why campuses are becoming polarized — and what we can do about it.

Can changing who delivers your electricity to you solve a slew of problems?

Millennial income did not recover from the Great Recession like older generations’, a disparity that can have dire consequences for future generations.

A federal court ruled that the state of Kentucky was wrong to deny a man’s request for a personalized license plate reading “IM GOD.” Here’s why that’s a win against atheist discrimination.

School diversity is less widespread in central and northern states

When the protection of academic freedom is compromised, scholarship and greater society suffer the effects.

It’s telling about attempts to save the industry.

Tens of millions of Americans consume cannabis regularly. They’re likely ingesting high levels of toxins. Only the federal government has the power and the resources to protect them.

In today’s political world, building a campaign team that is dedicated to a digital presence is key to winning.

We should care about constitutional rights for all, says lawyer and religious freedom scholar Asma T. Uddin. If they are denied for some, history demonstrates how they may be at risk for us all.

A new book by constitutional attorney Andrew Seidel takes on Christian nationalism.

When it comes to effectively propagating a message in the modern day, few do it quite like internet activists.