Marcus Thorne, US Social Affairs Reporter

Marcus Thorne focuses on the critical social issues shaping modern America, from civil rights and immigration to healthcare disparities and urban development. With a background in sociology and 15 years of investigative reporting for ProPublica, Marcus is dedicated to telling the stories of underrepresented communities. His long-form features have sparked national conversations on social justice reform.
2357 Articles

Michigan’s Dam Emergency Highlights Urgent Need for Infrastructure Reform

** In a stark reminder of the deteriorating state of American infrastructure,…

Remembering Aysha Raza: A Trailblazer in Science, Politics, and Conservation

Aysha Raza, a passionate neuroscientist turned community leader, has passed away at…

Michigan’s Dam Emergency Highlights Urgent Infrastructure Needs, Warns Whitmer

** As Michigan grapples with a critical dam crisis, Governor Gretchen Whitmer…

Gavin Newsom’s Fundraising Strategy Drives Memoir Sales to New Heights

In an innovative move that blends politics with personal narrative, California Governor…

Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Aysha Raza: A Neuroscientist Turned Community Leader

Aysha Raza, a former neuroscientist and dedicated Labour councillor for Ealing, has…

Gavin Newsom’s Fundraising Strategy Drives Memoir Sales to New Heights

** California Governor Gavin Newsom has cleverly intertwined his political fundraising efforts…

Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Aysha Raza: A Trailblazer in Politics and Conservation

Aysha Raza, a dedicated Labour councillor for Ealing and a passionate advocate…

Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Aysha Raza: A Pioneer in Politics and Conservation

Aysha Raza, a devoted public servant and passionate conservationist, passed away from…

Gavin Newsom’s Fundraising Strategy Drives Memoir Sales to New Heights

California Governor Gavin Newsom has cleverly intertwined his political fundraising with the…

Celebrating the Life of Aysha Raza: A Trailblazer in Science and Community Politics

Aysha Raza, a passionate advocate for her community and a dedicated neuroscientist,…

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