Instead of covering the party conventions in arenas, this year Editor-at-large Harold Meyerson filed his nightly reports from virtual viewing sessions. The novel coronavirus was also no match for Meyerson’s sharp analyses on labor—whether it was the history of the Teamsters or what to do with police unions. Below are two stories he found most compelling from the year.

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Unconventional: The Republicans, Day Four
In a classic Harold Meyerson approach, the Q&A structure of this piece proved a fresh, humorous way to report on the train-wreck of the final day at the Republican national convention.

What Did Hoffa Want?
A long-read inspired by the Martin Scorsese film "The Irishman," on the history of American labor and the Teamsters. If you’re looking for a real breakdown and companion piece to truly understanding this fascinating film and dissecting the moral stew of it all, this piece is definitely for you.