Newsweek Magazine

August 14, 2020 Issue

Features

Cover story Politics

How Trump Could Turn Troubled 2020 Election into an Unprecedented Disaster

Chaos over mail-in ballots and distrust of the results could trigger an existential crisis for American democracy.

Politics

Will the blue invasion of red state America finally pay off in 2020?

Why population shifts from Blue States from Red States, long in the making, may change politics for decades to come

In Focus

Street Hassle

Portland, Oregon: A federal officer points a so-called less-lethal weapon toward a crowd of a few hundred protesters in front of the Mark O. Hatfield U.S. Courthouse on July 23. The federal agents left the city after elected officials called for the officers to leave—and agreed to guard the courthouse after weeks of protests.

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Periscope

Opinion

In the Name of John Lewis, Let Us Restore the Voting Rights Act

The late congressman, a beloved friend and inspiration to me, worked tirelessly to end voter suppression practices that are still being deployed today. We must take up the fight.

News

Europe Fears Coronavirus Second Wave Amid Spikes in Spain, France, Germany

Spain, France and Germany have each reported around a 30 to 90 percent increase in new cases in recent weeks.

Entertainment

A Look Inside the Luxury Bunker Built by Doomsday Preppers for the Apocalyp

"The key to well-being underground, he told me, could be about creating an illusion of 'normal,' aboveground, pre-event life."

Entertainment

Why Doomsday Prepping Isn't Pessimistic—It's Practical

"Have a backup for your backup—whether we're talking about computer data, access to your money or escape routes."

Downtime

Entertainment

Outdoor Movies Around the World with Cinematic Views

Watch a film at a "floating cinema" on your own private mini-boat, by an English medieval castle or against the backdrop of the illuminated ancient Acropolis. You'll feel like you're in a scene from the movies—while watching one.

Entertainment

Will & Grace's Sean Hayes on His New Podcast 'Smartless'

"I have never laughed so hard in my life. Those guys are two of the funniest people and two of the sweetest guys I've ever known," Sean Hayes tells 'Newsweek' about Will Arnett and Jason Bateman. The three host the new podcast 'Smartless.'

August 14, 2020 Issue

Will the blue invasion of red state America finally pay off in 2020?

Street Hassle

Europe Fears Coronavirus Second Wave Amid Spikes in Spain, France, Germany

A Look Inside the Luxury Bunker Built by Doomsday Preppers for the Apocalyp

Why Doomsday Prepping Isn't Pessimistic—It's Practical

Will & Grace's Sean Hayes on His New Podcast 'Smartless'

Editor's Picks

Donald Trump's Lawyer May Be Creating 'Chaos' on Purpose: Attorney

Dozens of Morehouse College Staff Vote Against Giving Biden Degree

King Charles Latest Cancer Update, Given by Queen

Barron Trump College Choice: Everything Donald, Melania Have Said

Can Justice Alito Be Forced to Recuse? Experts Weigh In

August 14, 2020 Issue

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