The lawyer behind the Supreme Court victory outlawing mandatory life imprisonment of minors explains how age and race influence criminal justice.
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Democracy & Government
The importance of democracy and politics in our daily lives is a driving force behind our journalism, whether it’s an ongoing examination of the political engineering of inequality or exposing the revolving door of power and influence that spins individuals in and out of jobs in the public and private sectors. Below are a variety of programs and interviews that illustrate democratic principles and the ways in which they’ve come under fire and been defended. Be inspired, encouraged, and alarmed… but mostly be aware.
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July 12, 2012 | Q&A
July 12, 2012 | Cartoons
We're excited to be featuring the work of Pulitzer Prize-winning animated political cartoonist Mark Fiore on BillMoyers.com. Check out his latest cartoon.
July 11, 2012 | BillBoard
Bill recommends eight books to bring to the beach this summer — ranging from the studious to the sublime — by Moyers & Company guests.
July 10, 2012 | On Democracy
Poor people haven’t lost their voice — they can’t afford a voice. Continue reading
July 6, 2012 | BillBoard
A closer look at Supreme decisions on immigration, unions, juvenile sentencing, and the Supreme Valor Act. Continue reading
July 2, 2012 | Connecting the Dots
A new poll indicates that the Supreme Court decision is not a turning point in the American public’s view of the law. Continue reading
June 29, 2012 | BillBoard
Assessing ramifications of the Supreme Court’s surprising health care decision. Continue reading
June 29, 2012
Board of Education changes to Texas textbooks reveal a clear conservative agenda. Continue reading
June 28, 2012 | Smart Charts
Mother Jones new interactive lets you explore the universe created by Citizens United (also known as the big bang).
June 27, 2012 | Connecting the Dots
A new report serves as a reminder that denying climate change doesn't make it go away.
