What are “Explainers?”
An explainer article is a form of journalism or content marketing that breaks down complex news, technical topics, or abstract concepts into simple, easily digestible, and accurate information. Unlike traditional, time-sensitive news, explainers focus on answering "how" and "why" to provide context and background, often using Q&A formats, FAQs, or listicle structures.
Explainers and Educational Content
Women lost their reproductive rights. Here are rights they DO have.
Women lost their reproductive rights when Roe v. Wade was overturned. What rights do women still have (for now)?
The Only Rich Nation Without Universal Healthcare—Explained in 4 Minutes
A video explaining what universal healthcare is and why we’re the only ones without it—in less than 5 minutes.
How “Mega Centers” Are Redefining Immigration Detention in the U.S.
The Trump administration is purchasing warehouses to repurpose as “mega centers.” Each building will house around 5,000 immigrants.
American Dystopia: After the Constitution
Fiction: a day in an America with no Constitution — the cameras, the silence. And the slow, ordinary way a country slides into authoritarianism.
Measles Outbreaks in the United States: A Growing Public Health Challenge
Measles outbreaks are straining the public health system in several states. 2 children died in Texas. South Carolina reports 3 deaths, 2 of them children....
3 of the Most Common Civil Rights Violations in the United States
Even if you aren't aware of them, civil rights violations happen every day. Learn more about the three most common violations in America.
The Epstein Files Explained: What We Know, What We Don’t, and Why it Matters
The DOJ released an additional 3 million documents from the Epstein case files yesterday. ‘Epstein Files Explained’ is a review of what we’ve learned...
You Don’t Have to Be Fearless to Be an Activist
You don't have to be fearless to be an activist. A Resist Hate guide to showing up in 2026 — safe, real ways to push...
Gun Violence in the United States: Why It Happens, and Why It Matters
With more guns than citizens, the United States has a higher gun violence death rate than any other wealthy country.
Gun Laws In Other Democracies Compared With the U.S.
Other democratic countries put public safety over individual rights when it comes to gun regulation. This explainer looks at gun laws in other democracies comparing...
