North and South Korea Are Playing America Against China
As the two Koreas affirm binding ties, world powers are forced to come along for the ride.
This Shady Consultant Is Paying Guiliani While He's Also Trump's Lawyer
Louis Freeh’s path from FBI director to representing corrupt clients is a distinctly Washington story.
The Disturbing Symmetry Between Trump and Kavanaugh
The president’s Supreme Court nominee has made it clear that he would rule to protect him from prosecution.
How Democracy Summer School Became a Thing
Maryland Rep. Jamie Raskin wants to breed the next generation of America’s political leaders.
Our Troops Are Still Dying in Afghanistan. For What?
America’s longest-running war is a lost cause. The Trump administration should get us out of it.
Magazine
Introduction: A Different Kind of College Ranking
For the last thirteen years, the Washington Monthly has ranked colleges based on what they do for the country.
Successes of Philanthropy
To address deep racial divides, the Seattle Seahawks and Seattle Foundation forge a game plan: Supporting young people of color through promising programs that tackle inequities.
An innovative public-private partnership between the federal government and leading foundations gave birth to Uplift America.
College Guide
Washington Monthly's 2018 College Guide and Rankings Issue Is Out! How'd Your Alma Mater Do?
Our guide features the first-ever rankings of best and worst colleges for vocational certificates.
Politics
North and South Korea Are Playing America Against China
As the two Koreas affirm binding ties, world powers are forced to come along for the ride.
Education
Beware of Dubious College Rankings
Websites that rate universities are very popular and drive a lot of traffic, but many of them use flawed methodologies.
The Monopolized Economy
A Prison Phone Giant’s Ploy to Further Exploit Inmates
Securus Technologies’s attempt to merge with a competitor would let a company known for price-gouging inmates become larger and even more powerful.
Economy
The Mirage of 'Full Employment'
Low unemployment rates mask soft spots in the job market, especially among rural Americans and minorities.
Health Care
Why Apprenticeships Might Be the Future of Nursing
Registered nurses are increasingly expected to have a bachelor’s degree. Training programs are a sensible way to lessen that burden while maintaining diversity.
Special Report
Successes of Philanthropy
