can’t back down
We are now facing a second Trump presidency.
You have nothing to lose. We must use fear, sadness, and yes, anger to resist the dangerous policies that Donald Trump is unleashing on our country. We rededicate ourselves to our roles as journalists and writers of principle and conscience.
Today, too, we will brace ourselves for the upcoming battle. It requires fearlessness, informed minds, intelligent analysis, and humane resistance. We face the enactment of Project 2025, a far-right Supreme Court, political authoritarianism, rising inequality and record increases in homelessness, a looming climate crisis, and conflicts overseas. nation We unite as a community to uncover, advocate and nurture investigative journalism and to keep hope and potential alive. nationIn good times and bad alike, we work to develop alternative ideas and visions, deepen our mission of truth-telling and in-depth reporting, and strengthen the unity of a divided nation. It will continue.
Armed with 160 years of amazing, bold, independent journalism, our mission is the same today as it was when Abolitionist first founded. nationDefending the principles of democracy and freedom, serving as a guide through the darkest days of resistance, envisioning a brighter future, and striving for it.
The day was dark, and the troops lined up were tenacious, but it seemed like they were late. nation Editorial board member Toni Morrison writes: It is precisely during this period that artists begin their work. There is no time for despair, no place for self-pity, no need for silence, no room for fear. We speak, write, and use language. That’s how civilization heals. ”
I encourage you to stand together. nation And please donate today.
from now on,
Katrina van den Heuvel
Editorial Director and Publisher; nation
