Jacobin was founded in 2010 by Bhaskar Sunkara, a then-21-year-old student at George Washington University. Sunkara started the magazine with the goal of providing a platform for left-wing political analysis and commentary that he felt was lacking in mainstream media. The idea came from his desire to revitalize socialist thought and make it more accessible to a broader audience, particularly young people. Today, Jacobin remains independently owned and operated, with Sunkara continuing to serve as the publisher and editor. Based in New York City, Jacobin covers a wide range of political, economic, and cultural topics from a left-wing perspective. The magazine provides in-depth analysis of current events, historical issues, and theoretical debates related to socialism, labor movements, and progressive politics. While primarily focused on political and economic issues, Jacobin also features articles on culture, literature, and the arts. The publication has expanded beyond its online presence to include a print edition, books, and podcasts, reaching a global audience interested in left-wing ideas and critiques of capitalism. One interesting fact: A unique aspect of Jacobin is its rapid growth and influence despite its niche focus. Starting as a small, volunteer-run project, Jacobin has grown to become one of the most widely read left-wing publications in the English-speaking world, with a print circulation of over 75,000 and millions of online readers. This success has challenged conventional wisdom about the viability of explicitly ideological media in the digital age and has played a significant role in popularizing socialist ideas among younger generations in the United States and beyond.