This Presidential Race Is a Clear Choice: Fight, Flight, or Fellowship
Will we respond to Trump’s appeal to the reptilian brain or choose Clinton’s call to our higher nature?
Social Justice
How We Report on Structural Racism Can Hurt Us—or Heal Us
Too many headlines and stories right now are contributing to a polarized society, but media could instead play an important role in revealing our shared humanity.
A Political Turning Point for Native Americans
Who will be Indian Country’s Obama? Look to the states. Her name will be Paulette, Peggy, or Denise.
Native Candidates Make a Historic Push for Congress
As the presidential race has demonstrated, 2016 is the year for outsiders, and no group can be considered further from the establishment than Native Americans.
Why Hope Has Power in This Gut-Wrenching Election Year
Cynicism and despair are among democracy’s worst enemies.
The Real Reason the RNC Was So Angry
From Obama to Black Lives Matter, everyone is talking about structural racism—something Trump’s supporters don’t want to own.
After the Violence and Videos, Therapists Learn to Treat Racial Trauma
From specialized clinics for African Americans to social media events that take the shame out of sharing, there's a movement to heal the psychological scars of racism.
#WallOffTrump: How Humor Defied Racism at the RNC
Laughter makes us feel safer, stronger, and more together. In Cleveland, activists used it to flip Trump's own ridiculous words upside down.
After Weeks of Tragedy, Possibilities Will Emerge
The one thing we can count on is change. But what will make that change inclusive and sustainable instead of violent and fascistic?
Tell Us About the Revolution Where You Live
The 20th anniversary issue of YES! will show you, state by state, how change happens when communities work together. Tell us what’s happening where you live today.
Northwest Tribes Band Together to Stop Oil-by-Rail
Coastal tribes share tactics and resources to bring fossil fuel transport to a halt.
Why Being a “Good Guy” Is Not Enough
Either you’re actively working against sexual violence or you’re enabling it.
Fear: What Police Reform Doesn’t Address
The most effective reforms are the ones that build community trust between citizens and the police that serve them.
For Decades, the USDA Was Black Farmers’ Worst Enemy. Here’s How It Became an Ally
Through partnering with local farmers, the USDA has begun to tackle its racist past.
We Already Know How to Reduce Police Racism and Violence
Recent research has shown cities what works. For starters, hire more female police officers.
This Country Needs a Truth and Reconciliation Process on Violence Against African Americans—Right Now
America has a long history of violence against black citizens. What response can disrupt patterns set by centuries of racism?
Think Gender Issues Can’t Be Funny? Think Again
Three comedians using stand-up to breakdown gender stereotypes.
5 Ways the News Media Can Get Real
When Donald Trump gets more air time than Bernie Sanders, the media misses the mark on grassroots change.
In New York, Republicans and Democrats Join Forces to Overturn Citizens United
Seventeen states have called for a constitutional amendment to reduce the influence of money in politics. So who’s next?
The Lakota Martial Arts Teacher Helping Native Women Recover Their Strength
A self-defense model focused on rediscovering strength rather than putting up your guard helps Native American women heal from sexual assault.
A Tough Choice for Feminist Black Lives Matter Activists
Protesting a police killing and marching in support of a man convicted of rape can pose a real dilemma when one in five women nationwide has suffered a sexual assault.
Stop Asking Me to Denounce Islam to Prove I Care About LGBT Rights
Surely, I am not less queer just because I am Muslim.
Mr. Trump Visited My Neighborhood. But He Didn’t See It
A letter to the presidential candidate after his campaign stopped in Greensboro, North Carolina.
How Bernie Sanders’ Revolution Can Win, Even Without Him
With a mix of anger and excitement, Bernie Sanders supporters shift focus away from the presidency and search for ways to sustain the political revolution sparked by his campaign.
YES! Wins 4 Excellence in Journalism Awards
From a First Nation’s fight against Big Oil to Seattle’s school to prison pipeline, YES! Magazine coverage was honored in this year’s SPJ NW Excellence in Journalism Contest.
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