A Journal of Ideas

equality

Is the Age of Equality Over?

Some people sure seem to think it should be. Actually, some people have thought this for a very long time.

By Michael Kazin

Fall 2026, No. 82 – 11 MIN READ

And Democracy for All

Danielle Allen offers a glimpse of the pathway from polarizing identity to a connected and inclusive society.

By Margaret Levi

Summer 2023, No. 69 – 12 MIN READ

Life After (?) Roe

If the Supreme Court does what we expect, what comes next for abortion rights in this country? A roundtable featuring Michele Goodwin, Frances Kissling, Monica McLemore, and Jacqueline Ayers. Moderated by Anna Louie Sussman.

Spring 2022, No. 64 – 33 MIN READ

Ending Corporate America’s Coercive Contracts

Our existing contractual legal regime allows corporations to further exploit their power over workers and consumers. But public policy can, and should, change that.

By Daniel A. Hanley

December 21, 2021, 11:38 am – 14 MIN READ

Why the Gender Wage Gap Persists

Feminist economics has challenged key assumptions of neoclassical economics and had real impact. But there is much more work to do.

By Nancy Folbre

Winter 2022, No. 63 – 38 MIN READ