The Trump Backers Who Have Buyer’s Remorse
With every new policy and offhand remark, Trump belies the imaginary versions of himself that inspired many of his supporters.
The End of the Postwar World
Trump and Vance are sending a dark message to America’s allies.
This Is What Happens When the DOGE Guys Take Over
Inside the federal agencies where Elon Musk’s people have seized control, fear and uncertainty reign.
The Trump World Order
In the MAGA vision of the national interest, might will make right.
The Secret That Colleges Should Stop Keeping
Despite ever-higher sticker prices, the real cost of getting a degree has been going down.
How Hitler Dismantled a Democracy in 53 Days
He used the constitution to shatter the constitution.
Growing Up Murdoch
James Murdoch on mind games, sibling rivalry, and the war for the family media empire
A Cautionary Tale for Trump Appointees
The evidence of the past few days suggests that they are all deluding themselves.
The Ultimate Antidote to Toxic Behavior Online
Changing your perception and withholding your attention are great ways of regaining control over online abuse.
How COVID Pushed a Generation of Young People to the Right
Research suggests that pandemics are more likely to reduce rather than build trust in scientific and political authorities.
DOGE’s Reign of Ineptitude
Slashing and burning won’t help with efficiency.
The Fantasy of a Nonprofit Dating App
Imagine if digital matchmakers had no financial incentives.
DOGE Has ‘God Mode’ Access to Government Data
The president’s special commission now has an unprecedented ability to view and manipulate information at many federal agencies.
Incompetence Leavened With Malignity
The Trump administration’s Ukraine policy is liable to end in disaster.
The Moron Factory
A short story
Spared by DOGE—For Now
America’s first line of defense against public-health threats is hanging in the balance.
A Terrible Milestone in the American Presidency
Trump switches sides in the war for freedom.
Want to Change Your Personality? Have a Baby.
I knew that becoming a parent would change me—but I had no idea how.
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