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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

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 2022-11-01MotherJonespdf

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: Jackie Flynn Mogensen reports on the FDA's path

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. Murphy explores how oligarchs, private equity firms, and

Abby Vesoulis’ piece, "No Safety Nets Here," reveals a grim irony: the states with the strictest anti-abortion laws often provide the least support for actual mothers and children.