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Principled. Progressive. The Nation speaks truth to power to build a more just society. Home to tenacious muckraking, provocative commentary, and spirited debate about politics and culture, The Nation empowers readers to fight for justice and equality for all. By providing a deeper understanding of the world as it is—and as it could be—we drive bold ideas into the conversation and ignite debates far beyond our pages. We believe in intellectual freedom. We value facts and transparency. We argue that dissent is patriotic and we hold the powerful to account, no matter their political persuasion. We raise up the promise of a radical tomorrow while we agitate for meaningful change today. Above all, we aspire to galvanize a more informed public—one equipped with a more profound understanding of events, ideas, and history. Founded by abolitionists in 1865, we’ve long believed that independent journalism has the capacity to bring about a more democratic and equitable world. Our writers shift paradigms and open minds. Our deep investigative reporting launches congressional hearings, forces policy change, and shapes news cycles. Instigating progress: It’s not only our legacy, it’s our continued commitment to future generations of torchbearers.

AlterNet, one of the largest online independent news publications in the US, with 6 million monthly unique visitors, is looking to hire for 3 roles: email resume and cover letter to editjobs@alternet.org 1. Managing Editor/Features editor: A talented and experienced (2+ years) editor with experience in the key areas of managing editor work and in assigning features. We need an energetic, savvy news junkie who can work fast, is very comfortable with technology, writes strong clear headlines, and who has working relationships with other writers. To join our core team and assist in the production of feature-length essays and reported articles for our high-volume operation -- we publish 150-175 articles a week. Strong knowledge and contacts with other publications is a plus. We are looking for editors who can also write on the spot, and have backgrounds in issues tied to social change, economics or consumer stories. In your cover letter, tell us about 2 stories you would produce or write for AlterNet that you'd like to see published immediately. Save us all some time if you do not meet the requirements or have the appropriate experience. You must live in the New York area. Office work (Union Sq) with some telecommute. 2. Editorial Assistant:--CMS management, front page management + some social media coordination--Content production: Entering articles into our online content management system (Drupal), with careful attention to formatting issues and image selection. You must live in the New York area. Office work (Union Sq) with some telecommute. 3. Freelance writers: AlterNet is always searching for new writing talent -- freelancers with backgrounds in reporting and producing compelling articles on cultural and political issues that have a national appeal. We seek diversity among our editorial staff and freelancers and are an equal opportunity employer.

About The Intercept: The Intercept was launched in 2014 to provide an outlet for fearless, adversarial journalism. Our reporters have the editorial freedom to hold powerful institutions accountable, digging beneath official narratives to reveal the hidden truth. The Intercept’s award-winning coverage focuses on national security, politics, civil liberties, the environment, technology, criminal justice, media, and more.