How Hitler Dismantled a Democracy in 53 Days
He used the constitution to shatter the constitution.
Trump Takes Aim at American Institutions
The president is exerting power and influence over what he thinks of as the country’s “elite” institutions.
The Key to Critical Self-Awareness
The ancient-Greek commandment Know thyself turns out to be a great modern way to become happier, more empathetic, and more successful.
The Trump Administration Accidentally Texted Me Its War Plans
U.S. national-security leaders included me in a group chat about upcoming military strikes in Yemen. I didn’t think it could be real. Then the bombs started falling.
The Perfect Pop Star for a Dumb Stunt
Katy Perry is exactly the kind of celebrity to go to space.
We’re About to Find Out What Mass Deportation Really Looks Like
The Trump administration’s campaign to remove millions of people from the United States could soon be supercharged by Congress.
What the Press Got Wrong About Hitler
Journalists accurately reported that the führer was a “Little Man” whom the whole world was laughing at. It didn’t matter.
Why Rich People Don’t Cover Their Windows
An unexpected status symbol has become a fixture of high-end homes.
The Hollow Men
It takes a special talent to betray an entire worldview without missing a beat.
The Elite College Students Who Can’t Read Books
To read a book in college, it helps to have read a book in high school.