Mother Jones (magazine) facts for kids
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| Editor-in-Chief | Clara Jeffery |
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| Categories | Politics |
| Frequency | Bi-monthly |
| Total circulation (2012) |
203,251 |
| First issue | February 1976 |
| Company | Foundation for National Progress |
| Country | United States |
| Based in | San Francisco, California, U.S. |
| Language | English |
| ISSN | 0362-8841 |
Mother Jones (also called MoJo) is an American magazine. It shares news, opinions, and special reports on important topics. These topics include politics, the environment, and human rights.
The magazine also covers health and culture. Its ideas are often seen as supporting fairness and positive change. Clara Jeffery is the main editor of the magazine. Steve Katz has been the publisher since 2010. Monika Bauerlein has been the chief executive since 2015. The Foundation for National Progress publishes Mother Jones.
What is Mother Jones Magazine?
Mother Jones is a magazine that comes out every two months. It is known for its "investigative reporting." This means its journalists spend a lot of time researching and looking into important issues. They try to uncover facts that might not be widely known.
The magazine aims to give readers a deeper understanding of big problems. It often focuses on how these problems affect people and the world.
Topics Covered
Mother Jones writes about many different subjects. They often cover:
- Politics: How governments work and decisions are made.
- The Environment: Issues like climate change and protecting nature.
- Human Rights: Making sure all people are treated fairly.
- Health: Important information about well-being.
- Culture: Trends and ideas in society.
Who Was Mother Jones?
The magazine is named after a real person, Mary Harris Jones. She was an amazing Irish-American woman. People called her "Mother Jones" because she cared so much about workers.
Mary Harris Jones was a strong supporter of trade unions. These groups help workers get fair pay and good conditions. She also spoke out against child labor. This was a time when many young children had to work instead of going to school. She fought hard to make sure children were safe and treated well.
See also
In Spanish: Mother Jones (revista) para niños
