In an open letter to the late Nelson Mandela, host Melissa Harris-Perry offers thanks for his example, strength, and belief in the democratic project. read story

Obama defended the Iran nuclear deal Saturday, arguing that a diplomatic approach was worth pursuing even if a long-term solution never materializes. read story

The passing of former South African president Nelson Mandela on Thursday was not enough to calm the political ire from the far-right–particularly that of Sen. Ted Cruz’s most ardent supporters. read story