George Packer's Blog, page 29

St. Maarten Is Still Striving to Recover from Its Worst Hurricane in a Century

Natalie Meade on the Caribbean island of St. Maarten, where, five months after Hurricane Irma, residents are trying to overcome indifferent public officials and weak tourism.

The New Old Politics of the West Virginia Teachers��� Strike

In the West Virginia teachers��� strike, the durability of the middle class, schools��� role in rural communities, and a misunderstood Appalachia are all coming to a head, Benjamin Wallace-Wells writes.

Russia and Iran Deepen Ties to Challenge Trump and the United States

Robin Wright writes about the increasing ties between Russian and Iran, and what it means for the power of the United States.

How D.H.S. Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen Became One of President Trump���s Fiercest Loyalists

Jonathan Blitzer writes about Kirstjen Nielsen���s rise within the Trump Administration and her performance as the Secretary of Homeland Security.

Hope Hicks Leaves the Trump White House

David Remnick on the announcement that Hope Hicks, President Trump���s communications director, is resigning.

Surviving School Desegregation, and Finding Hope in #NeverAgain

Charlayne Hunter-Gault writes about desegregating the University of Georgia and how the history of the civil-rights movement holds lessons for those standing up for gun control today.

The Rise of the World���s New Emperors���with America���s Help

Robin Wright on the rise of emboldened authoritarian leaders worldwide, including from Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Russia, and China, and how the U.S. is partly to blame.

An Open Letter to the Taliban

Barnett Rubin, an American who helped open secret negotiations with the Taliban, calls for the group to accept a ceasefire and peace talks with the Afghan government.

The New Yorker Interview: David Remnick Talks to Masha Gessen About Putin, Russia, and Trump

In the first installment of a new interview series, Masha Gessen discusses the Mueller indictments, Russia under Putin, the Trump Administration, and gay rights in Russia.

The New York Congressman Who Could Lead an Impeachment Charge Against Trump

Susan B. Glasser writes about the prospects of Congressman Jerry Nadler leading an impeachment charge against Donald Trump.