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
White Nationalism in America: A history of hate that never left
White nationalism has been embedded in American law and politics since the nation’s founding. From the KKK to the alt-right to mainstream policy, here’s how...
The Unholy Alliance Between Christian Nationalism and Political Power
Christian Nationalism is reshaping American politics as GOP leaders openly embrace the ideology. Here’s how the fusion of faith and political power threatens democracy, civil...
Pushing back against hate: A guide to compassionate activism
Pushing back against hate today is more difficult than it has been in the past, with a country that’s divided, and a President who rules...
Systemic Racism Then and Now
Systemic racism isn’t about one person’s prejudice. It’s about the way our institutions were built on racist policies. Learn how systemic racism still exists in...
Behind Bars: Understanding the alarming increase in incarceration rates in America
The United States has a mass incarceration problem. Our criminal justice system focuses on punishment instead of what actually works in reducing crime— rehabilitation.
The Dangerous State of U.S. Politics: Causes and Solutions For the Polarization in Politics
American politics has grown deeply divisive, with issues like climate change, immigration, healthcare, taxes, and gun reform fueling conflict between parties. This post examines the...
The Income and Wealth Gap in America: Why It Keeps Growing
The top 1% now holds more wealth than the entire bottom 90% combined. How we got here.
Deep State of mind: From 4chan s**tposts to mass political violence | A Resist Hate deep-dive into QAnon
QAnon originated on the internet message boards of 4chan. As it merged into mainstream politics, believers embraced a dark desire for violence: mass political executions....
From democracy to police state: How it happens (and why it feels familiar)
When leaders call opponents “enemies” and due process an inconvenience, democracy is in danger. A hard look at how rhetoric, mass deportations, and militarization mirror...
The Hoodie and the Pentagon: The Real Story Behind the “Garage Genius” Legend
The “garage genius” story leaves out one key player: the Pentagon. Here’s what most people don’t know about Big Tech’s rise.
