It’s December, and guess what that means? It is time to welcome Obamacare 2.0! Or is it 3.0? Or 4.0? Or, well you get the idea. We'll tackle the suddenly surging sign-ups for the Affordable Care Act's exchanges, discuss the Republicans' (continuing) issues talking to women and anyone who isn't white--plus continue the conversation from host Melissa Harris-Perry's Gender, Sexuality & Hip-Hop Conference right here in #nerdland! read more
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 more
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 more
Federal prosecutors essentially force men and women charged with drug crimes to plead guilty using the threat of long sentences, a new report alleges. read more
The U.S. sent two Guantanamo Bay detainees to Algeria against their own wishes, a move that their lawyers say places them at serious risk of persecution. read more
In what is believed to be the first lawsuit of its kind, the ACLU is suing the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and a Catholic hospital in Michigan for negligence in treating a woman with dangerous pregnancy complications. read more
Historically Black Colleges and Universities have had a significant dip in enrollment after the Obama administration advanced a policy that tightens... watch
Marcyliena Morgan, Amber Rose Johnson and Walter Kimbrough join the MHP panel to discuss how hip-hop can be used as a tool for academic engagement. watch
Nelson Mandela transcended the boundaries of South Africa as he became synonymous with his country's greatest struggles and triumphs. Mark Quarterman, Amy... watch
Are income inequality and lack of economic mobility in America the defining issues of our time? Marc Morial, Joel Berg and Avik Roy join to discuss. watch
