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An Existential Threat to Organized Labor's Ability to Help People
We are not afraid enough of AI's pernicious dynamic.
Mar 12 • Hamilton Nolan
Julie Su's Plans for Economic Justice
The former Labor Secretary wants New York City to "show the country a way forward."
Mar 11 • Hamilton Nolan
Patrons of Journalism
If not advertising, then what?
Mar 8 • Hamilton Nolan
The Real Litmus Test for Democratic Presidential Candidates
Supporting a wealth tax.
Mar 5 • Hamilton Nolan
Capitalists Implicitly Expect Us to Save Them From Themselves
The unspoken contradiction of optimistic forecasts.
Mar 3 • Hamilton Nolan

February 2026

The Country That Starts the War Is Wrong
That's us.
Feb 28 • Hamilton Nolan
Shoddy People
The redemption of disgrace.
Feb 25 • Hamilton Nolan
They Haven't Even Started Spending Yet
The terrifying math of money in politics.
Feb 23 • Hamilton Nolan
Labor Movement, Attack!
Another year of decline. Here's how to fix it.
Feb 18 • Hamilton Nolan
Minimum Standards for Taking AI Seriously
Disaster planning for our economic future.
Feb 13 • Hamilton Nolan
Remove Your Ring Camera With a Claw Hammer
Home and life improvement.
Feb 10 • Hamilton Nolan
Waiting For Judgment in Springfield, Ohio
Harsh times for America's most famous Haitian community.
Feb 5 • Hamilton Nolan
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