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The cover story, by Tim Murphy, pulls back the curtain on how the world’s most popular sport became a playground for the ultra-wealthy. Murphy explores how oligarchs, private equity firms, and petrostates have effectively "taken over" soccer, using the beautiful game as a tool for geopolitical influence and financial gain. It’s a sobering look at how even our shared cultural passions can be hollowed out by concentrated capital. The New Culture War Frontlines

Jackie Flynn Mogensen reports on the FDA's path toward approving the first over-the-counter birth control pill, asking the vital question: What took so long? . Why This Issue Matters 2022-11-01MotherJonespdf

Domestically, the issue shifts its focus to the rising influence of groups like . In "Live. Laugh. Lay Waste," Kiera Butler reports on how this organization is upending local school districts and radicalizing parents, potentially serving as a decisive force in the then-upcoming midterms. The cover story, by Tim Murphy, pulls back

Complementing this is Pema Levy’s feature, which examines a chilling trend: the GOP’s effort to turn everyday citizens into "culture war snitches" regarding everything from library books to reproductive healthcare. Key Highlights from the Issue: The New Culture War Frontlines Jackie Flynn Mogensen

You can find the full table of contents and selected articles directly on the Mother Jones November/December 2022 archive page. Mother Jones November+December 2022 Issue