His Daughter Was America’s First Measles Death in a Decade
A visit with a family in mourning
Mahmoud Khalil’s Detention Is a Trial Run
The pro-Palestine student was arrested without due process for exercising his right to free speech. He will not be the last.
Teens Are Forgoing a Classic Rite of Passage
Fewer young people are getting into relationships.
Anti-Semitism Is Just a Pretext
It’s the Trump administration, not Columbia, that has done nothing to confront anti-Semitism in its own ranks.
The Only Question Trump Asks Himself
Trump does not do “policy” as Washington understands that term. His approach is personal, transactional, ad hoc, and episodic.
One Word Describes Trump
A century ago, a German sociologist explained precisely how the president thinks about the world.
Maybe Don’t Invite a Recession In
Chaos, tariffs, and some very bad vibes
ICE Isn't Delivering the Mass Deportations Trump Wants
The president promised millions of deportations, but reality has intervened.
The Diseases Are Coming
Elon Musk’s slash-and-burn government tear will have lasting effects on global health.
Trump Drops the Mask
The president’s latest positions on the Russia-Ukraine war reveal that he is indifferent to ongoing slaughter—indeed, he is willing to increase it.
A Great Way to Get Americans to Eat Worse
President Trump’s tariffs are poised to make fruits and vegetables even more expensive.
Dear James: I Hate Playing With My Children
And I’m riddled with mom guilt.
The FAA’s Troubles Are More Serious Than You Know
The agency responsible for air safety is facing deep cuts and interference by Elon Musk.
Turtleboy Will Not Be Stopped
A profane blogger believes an innocent woman is being framed for murder. He’ll do anything to prove he’s right—and terrorize anyone who says he’s wrong.
DOGE’s Plans to Replace Humans With AI Are Already Under Way
The civil service is being turned over to machines.
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