Why Isn’t Congress Doing Anything?
Republicans are just fine with Elon Musk gutting the government.
America Opens the Door to Its Adversaries
U.S. foes will find plenty of opportunities in the chaos engulfing Washington.
Seven Books That Capture How Love Really Feels
These books are all exquisite arguments for the necessity of stories about romance.
The Oligarchs Who Came to Regret Supporting Hitler
They helped him in pursuit of profit. Many ended up in concentration camps.
How Hitler Dismantled a Democracy in 53 Days
He used the constitution to shatter the constitution.
Government Workers Cannot Be Fired for Their Political Views
The First Amendment forbids widespread loyalty purges.
How Progressives Froze the American Dream
The U.S. was once the world’s most geographically mobile society. Now we’re stuck in place—and that’s a very big problem.
History Will Judge the Complicit
Why have Republican leaders abandoned their principles in support of an immoral and dangerous president?
The Moron Factory
A short story
Why the COVID Deniers Won
Lessons from the pandemic and its aftermath
How Trump Lost His Trade War
When the U.S. breaks its treaties, only China wins.
The Rich Tourists Who Want More, and More, and More
Can anything satisfy the guests of The White Lotus?
How to Prevent Trump From Defying the Courts
Other countries have demonstrated three possible paths—not all of which lead to good endings.
What's Wrong With Saturday Night Live's 'Weekend Update'?
Five months after Lorne Michaels switched up the hosts, the faux-news segment feels stuck in its "rocky start" phase.
The Type of Love That Makes People Happiest
When it comes to lasting romance, passion has nothing on friendship.
The Public Humiliation of Eric Adams
Blink twice if you need help, Mr. Mayor.
The ‘Gulf of America’ Is an Admission of Defeat
Trump’s renaming of the Gulf of Mexico is not triumphant but pathetic.
A Blatant Violation of Legal Ethics
DOJ lawyers pride themselves on working for an organization that is unique among federal agencies in its independence from politics—for now.
The Failed Promise of the New Captain America
The first intriguing Marvel sequel in years quickly wastes its potential.
How America Got Mean
In a culture devoid of moral education, generations are growing up in a morally inarticulate, self-referential world.