Jose Antonio Vargas on the Dream Act, SB 1060, and his own life as an undocumented immigrant.

The geographic breakdown of campaign contributions correlates to the home states of the rich donors pouring money into super PACs.

Republican super PACs spent over half of their advertising budgets on deceptive ads in the presidential primary, says a new study.

Who's proving the most successful prophet?

Watch extended versions of the Allen West, Edward Murrow, and Joseph McCarthy clips Bill shared in his essay.

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ProPublica explains CISPA, the House's controversial cybersecurity bill.

Just announced as a Writer's Guild Award winner for Best News Analysis, this broadcast essay connects the disgraceful McCarthyism of the past to its modern resurgence.

Marty Kaplan describes the "civic mischief" he used to ensure community participation in the design of a Los Angeles park.

Charges of "communist" by Rep. Allen West (R-FL) and others requires a strong rebuke by all.