The 10 Worst Americans of 2021
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How the Pursuit of Unknown Viruses Risks Triggering the Next Pandemic
Sharon Lerner
Pandemic prediction spawned a multimillion-dollar research industry, but many scientists warn that viral forecasting is a dangerous mirage.
The 10 Worst Americans of 2021
Jon Schwarz
At Christmas we traditionally reflect upon our blessings and forgive those who have trespassed against us. Let’s not this year.
With just four days left in 2021, we’re still $250K short of our year-end fundraising goal.
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“When I Saw Him I Knew It Was Real”: Devonia Inman Is Free After 23 Years Behind Bars
Liliana Segura, Jordan Smith
Just over a month after a Georgia judge overturned his wrongful conviction, Inman was reunited with his family in time for Christmas.
Inside Mexico’s Historic Lawsuit Targeting U.S. Gun Companies
Ryan Devereaux
The $10 billion claim takes aim at the industry’s greatest legal shield, aiming to succeed where U.S. victims of gun violence routinely fail.
Humanitarian Exemptions to Crushing U.S. Sanctions Do Little to Prevent Collapse of Afghanistan’s Economy
Lee Fang
More Afghan people may die from sanctions than from 20 years of war.
The U.S. Military Is a Machine of Impunity
Peter Maass
Wartime savagery requires that its perpetrators are told that their actions are acceptable — maybe heroic — and must not cease.
Son of the South
Daniel Boguslaw
Rep. Jim Cooper’s family rose to power over centuries through slavery and segregation. Will their legacy endanger his seat?
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