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Natasha Ishak

Former weekend writer

Natasha Ishak is an independent journalist who covered politics and public policy for Vox. Her work has been published by VICE, Fortune, Mic, The Nation, Harvard’s Nieman Lab, and the Village Voice among other places.

Latest articles by Natasha Ishak

Politics
In 48 hours of protest, thousands of Americans cry out for abortion rightsIn 48 hours of protest, thousands of Americans cry out for abortion rights
Politics

Cities and towns across the US have seen sustained protests since Dobbs was handed down.

By Natasha Ishak
Explainers
Trigger laws and abortion restrictions, explainedTrigger laws and abortion restrictions, explained
Explainers

Some states are already enacting and embracing stricter abortion laws in the wake of the Dobbs decision.

By Natasha Ishak
Gun Violence
Pro-gun rights lawmakers want to arm teachers, but there’s little evidence these programs workPro-gun rights lawmakers want to arm teachers, but there’s little evidence these programs work
Gun Violence

Teachers don’t support these proposals either.

By Natasha Ishak
Politics
Days after school shooting, Republicans defend gun rights at NRA conventionDays after school shooting, Republicans defend gun rights at NRA convention
Politics

Former President Trump and Texas Sen. Ted Cruz were among those dismissing calls for tougher gun laws.

By Natasha Ishak
Politics
Stronger public health systems and uniform messaging are critical to fight Covid-19Stronger public health systems and uniform messaging are critical to fight Covid-19
Politics

Covid-19 isn’t going anywhere, yet conflicting public health messaging and a lack of funds may only prolong the crisis.

By Natasha Ishak
Politics
The Consumer Fuel Price Gouging Prevention Act, explainedThe Consumer Fuel Price Gouging Prevention Act, explained
Politics

Democrats want oil and gas companies to pay for their greed, but critics believe that won’t reverse high fuel prices.

By Natasha Ishak
Explainers
Was Russia’s decision to cut off natural gas exports a mistake?Was Russia’s decision to cut off natural gas exports a mistake?
Explainers

Despite Western sanctions, the country still maintains powerful friends — for now.

By Natasha Ishak
Explainers
The economic crisis in Sri Lanka, explainedThe economic crisis in Sri Lanka, explained
Explainers

A mountain of foreign debt has led the country to default on loans for the first time since its 1948 independence.

By Natasha Ishak
Explainers
Could Putin face punishment as a war criminal?Could Putin face punishment as a war criminal?
Explainers

The White House’s war crimes designation against Russian troops, explained.

By Natasha Ishak
Politics
Teachers across the country are demanding better pay and supportTeachers across the country are demanding better pay and support
Politics

Underfunded schools aren’t because of a shortage of government money, unions say.

By Natasha Ishak