What the Return of Allen West Says About the Delusional State of the Republican Party
Albin Lohr-Jones/CNP via ZUMA Wire For indispensable reporting on the coronavirus crisis and more, subscribe to Mother Jones’ newsletters.The Texas Republican Party convention, which wrapped up—for now—early Monday morning, was most notable for how it transpired. In early July, Republican leaders announced they were moving forward with an in-person gathering even as the coronavirus outbreak…
Nearly 20,000 Letters From Pen Pals, Plus a Birthday and a Political Chess Puzzle
For indispensable reporting on the coronavirus crisis and more, subscribe to Mother Jones’ newsletters.Three boosts to enter the week: Letter by letter. “Will you be my pen pal?” “My name is Pattie. Please write me.” “My name is Berlene. I am your pen pal! Please write to me.” Nearly 20,000 letters have poured in, answering…
Here’s One Problem With Assuming Kids Rarely Give the Coronavirus to Adults
Amid concerns of the spread of COVID-19, science teachers Ann Darby, left, and Rosa Herrera check-in students before a summer STEM camp at Wylie High School Tuesday, July 14, 2020, in Wylie, Texas. AP Photo For indispensable reporting on the coronavirus crisis and more, subscribe to Mother Jones’ newsletters.There has been a mountain of stories…
Coronavirus Growth in Western Countries: July 19 Update
Here’s the coronavirus death toll through July 19. As usual, weekend activity was low. The raw data from Johns Hopkins is here. The Public Health Agency of Sweden is here.
Three Unexpected Ways Joe Biden Plans to Tackle Climate Change
Joe Biden.Bastiaan Slabbers/Zuma For indispensable reporting on the coronavirus crisis and more, subscribe to Mother Jones’ newsletters.This piece was originally published in Grist and appears here as part of our Climate Desk Partnership. Joe Biden’s climate plan lagged behind the plans introduced by his presidential primary opponents when he unveiled it in the spring of 2019. It was just…
Teaching People How to Spot Bad Science Is a Public Health Tool
Mother Jones illustration For indispensable reporting on the coronavirus crisis and more, subscribe to Mother Jones’ newsletters.As the world grapples with the devastation of the coronavirus, one thing is clear: The United States simply wasn’t prepared. Despite repeated warnings from infectious disease experts over the years, we lacked essential beds, equipment, and medication; public health advice…