The 10 Worst Americans of 2021

At Christmas we traditionally reflect upon our blessings and forgive those who have trespassed against us. Let's not this year.

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How the Pursuit of Unknown Viruses Risks Triggering the Next Pandemic Sharon Lerner Pandemic prediction spawned a multimillion-dollar research industry, but many scientists warn that viral forecasting is a dangerous mirage. READ MORE →

The 10 Worst Americans of 2021 Jon Schwarz At Christmas we traditionally reflect upon our blessings and forgive those who have trespassed against us. Let's not this year. READ MORE →

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"When I Saw Him I Knew It Was Real": Devonia Inman Is Free After 23 Years Behind Bars Liliana Segura, Jordan Smith Just over a month after a Georgia judge overturned his wrongful conviction, Inman was reunited with his family in time for Christmas. READ MORE →

Inside Mexico's Historic Lawsuit Targeting U.S. Gun Companies Ryan Devereaux The $10 billion claim takes aim at the industry's greatest legal shield, aiming to succeed where U.S. victims of gun violence routinely fail. READ MORE →

Humanitarian Exemptions to Crushing U.S. Sanctions Do Little to Prevent Collapse of Afghanistan's Economy Lee Fang More Afghan people may die from sanctions than from 20 years of war. READ MORE →

The U.S. Military Is a Machine of Impunity Peter Maass Wartime savagery requires that its perpetrators are told that their actions are acceptable — maybe heroic — and must not cease. READ MORE →

Son of the South Daniel Boguslaw Rep. Jim Cooper's family rose to power over centuries through slavery and segregation. Will their legacy endanger his seat? READ MORE →

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