Oliver Lazarus appears in the following:
Systemic Issues Revealed as Baltimore Schools Go Without Heat
Tuesday, January 09, 2018
About 60 Baltimore schools have had heating issues this winter, forcing a number of schools to close last week. It’s an issue that has plagued the school system for years.
A Quest for Whales in an Unlikely Place
Monday, January 08, 2018
For the first time in a century, humpback whales have returned to the waters of New York City.
States Vow to Fight Back as Sessions Clamps Down on Marijuana
Friday, January 05, 2018
On Thursday, Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced the reversal of an Obama-era directive that paved the way for marijuana legalization in states.
Is The 'Bomb Cyclone' Caused by Climate Change?
Thursday, January 04, 2018
With the field of extreme attribution, scientists finally have an answer to the question: "Is this caused by climate change?"
Free Speech Concerns Swirl as Germans Fight Online Hate
Wednesday, January 03, 2018
In Germany, a new law says big social media companies must swiftly take down posts containing hate speech or face huge fines.
Rising Waters Make Superfund Sites More Dangerous
Friday, December 29, 2017
An Associated Press investigation has found that two million Americans live within a mile of 327 Superfund sites that are at risk of flooding or sea-level rise.
Bribery Scandals Upend Peruvian Politics
Thursday, December 21, 2017
A bribery scandal throughout Latin America could bring down the current Peruvian president.
Government Case Against Trump Protesters Could Set New Precedent
Wednesday, December 20, 2017
A case involving almost 200 people who participated in protests during President Trump's inauguration could have major implications on future protests and free speech.
Navajo Nation Takes on Wells Fargo
Tuesday, December 19, 2017
The Navajo Nation filed a lawsuit last week alleging that Wells Fargo specifically targeted the tribe’s citizens to open unnecessary bank accounts in their names.
The Side Effects of Bitcoin
Monday, December 18, 2017
Bitcoin reached another all-time high on Friday. The cryptocurrency has risen more than 1,700 percent since the start of the year, raising concerns about a bubble.
Despite Death Threats, Mexican Journalist on Verge of Deportation
Friday, December 15, 2017
Mexican journalist Emilio Gutierrez sought asylum in the U.S. in 2008 after receiving death threats in Mexico. But he is now on the verge of being deported.
What The End of Net Neutrality Would Really Look Like
Thursday, December 14, 2017
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) voted to roll back net neutrality regulations today. Here's what that could practically mean for your everyday life.
FCC Commissioner: Internet Access Shouldn't Be a Partisan Issue
Tuesday, December 12, 2017
FCC Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel will be voting on the future of net neutrality this week. She discusses what's at stake, and how it will impact the lives of all Americans.
A Divided GOP is Working to Woo Diverse Voters
Tuesday, December 12, 2017
A conversation with Republican Governor Bill Haslam of Tennessee, the chair of the Republican Governors Association.
All Politics is Local, Bitter Divisions Included
Friday, December 08, 2017
Pennsylvania’s 15th congressional district reveals the ideological split dividing the GOP.
Imagining the GOP In a Post-Trump Era
Wednesday, December 06, 2017
Michael Steele, former head of the Republican National Committee, explains how the Tea Party paved the way for the president, and where the party is going after Trump.
The #NeverTrump View of The Future of The GOP
Monday, December 04, 2017
The Takeaway begins its look at the future of the Republican Party with a veteran of the GOP establishment, who understands that his control is waning.
Inside The Fight for The Soul of The Democratic Party
Friday, December 01, 2017
The direction of the Democratic Party is currently being litigated inside the party itself, by members of the Unity Reform Commission, who will meet for a final time next week.
Keith Ellison: The Democratic Party Needs to Start Listening to Constituents
Thursday, November 30, 2017
The deputy chair of the Democratic National Committee says that defeating Trumpism and rejuvenating the Democratic Party are one in the same.
Howard Dean: It's Time for The Democratic Old Guard to Move Over
Wednesday, November 29, 2017
Howard Dean says it's time for his generation of the Democratic Party to make way for the new.