Mother Jones

For decades, researchers have hunted for an explanation for why big cities have been more prone to violent crime than small ones. A new hypothesis may offer a surprising answer, and prove that big cities aren't inherently much more dangerous.
Jan 11, 2013   Mother Jones
Population is the last taboo, says Mother Jones, but on the way to 10 billion in 2045, we might want to consider having the conversation.
May 11, 2010   Mother Jones
Developers, planners, and city officials haven't been insisting on regulations protecting low-density residential all these years -- the people who live there have, says Kevin Drum at Mother Jones.
Apr 12, 2010   Mother Jones
Population centers the world around are caught in the grips of devastating droughts. Though temporary conditions, their increasing frequency should be a call to water-saving action, writes Tom Englehardt.
Mar 2, 2009   Mother Jones
Housing -- or the lack of it -- remains a major issue in post-Katrina New Orleans.
Sep 8, 2008   Mother Jones
<p>This editorial cartoon from <em>Mother Jones</em> offers a look at a possible future for Yellowstone National Park.</p>
Jul 28, 2008   Mother Jones
<p>One of the hosts of Mythbusters turns his eye on new ideas for energy sources, from grape juice to used tires.</p>
Jun 5, 2008   Mother Jones
<p>In Marin County and other wealthy, liberal enclaves, many residents are vocally supportive of affordable housing and other causes -- unless its in their neighborhood.</p>
Aug 3, 2007   Mother Jones
<p>Privatization is catching on with many state and local governments in the U.S., and Wall Street is expecting great riches from roads.</p>
Dec 19, 2006   Mother Jones
An interview with Mike Davis, best-selling author of "City of Quartz" and his latest book, "Planet of Slums".
May 10, 2006   Mother Jones
An interview with John Ralston Saul, the author of "The Collapse of Globalism."
Dec 11, 2005   Mother Jones