Swarthmore users can access The Atlantic online through the Libraries.
Setting up your account:
Go to The Atlantic Accounts Login Page.
Choose to Sign In Through Your Institution

Search for Swarthmore College and click Continue

You will be asked to log in with your Swarthmore Credentials

You have now connected to The Atlantic with your Swarthmore credentials
Accessing The Atlantic once you have an account:
Access The Atlantic directly via theatlantic.com.
Sign in by using the Sign In Through Your Institution option