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Our Advice to Voters in a Vexing Race for New York Mayor

New Yorkers deserve better than the status quo.
Our Advice to Voters in a Vexing Race for New York Mayor
New Yorkers deserve better than the status quo.

It’s Not Just Trump Voters. Both Parties Are in Denial.

The sociologist Arlie Hochschild studies Trump country. She explains why a decade of chaos still hasn’t shaken his base.
It’s Not Just Trump Voters. Both Parties Are in Denial.
The sociologist Arlie Hochschild studies Trump country. She explains why a decade of chaos still hasn’t shaken his base.

When Rights Erode for Some of Us, Something Corrodes in All of Us

In Trump’s America, what is citizenship worth?
When Rights Erode for Some of Us, Something Corrodes in All of Us
In Trump’s America, what is citizenship worth?

Our Bridges Are Old, Our Grid Is on the Fritz and Soon America Will Be Obsolete

It’s not just the older infrastructure that’s in need of repair and replacement. It’s also the new systems the 21st century demands.
Our Bridges Are Old, Our Grid Is on the Fritz and Soon America Will Be Obsolete
It’s not just the older infrastructure that’s in need of repair and replacement. It’s also the new systems the 21st century demands.

The Freedom Rides Museum Still Exists — For Now

That it was even considered for sale should concern anyone who cares about preserving our history.
The Freedom Rides Museum Still Exists — For Now
That it was even considered for sale should concern anyone who cares about preserving our history.

Charisma Rules the World

And it has nothing to do with charm.
Charisma Rules the World
And it has nothing to do with charm.

$4,785. That’s How Much It Costs to Be a Sports Fan Now.

The major sports leagues are destroying one of our few remaining sources of shared community.
$4,785. That’s How Much It Costs to Be a Sports Fan Now.
The major sports leagues are destroying one of our few remaining sources of shared community.

Political Violence Came to Minnesota. It Didn’t Start There.

Unfortunately, Americans of all stripes are coming to see violence as a legitimate means of expressing dissent.
Political Violence Came to Minnesota. It Didn’t Start There.
Unfortunately, Americans of all stripes are coming to see violence as a legitimate means of expressing dissent.

A Daunting Task for Democrats

Readers respond to a column by David Brooks about the Democratic Party. Also: A litmus test for federal workers; principled Republicans.
A Daunting Task for Democrats
Readers respond to a column by David Brooks about the Democratic Party. Also: A litmus test for federal workers; principled Republicans.

An American Fight With Mexico Won’t Go Well

Deteriorating into a combative relationship with Mexico would almost certainly worsen problems over trade and cartels, and inflame further protests.
An American Fight With Mexico Won’t Go Well
Deteriorating into a combative relationship with Mexico would almost certainly worsen problems over trade and cartels, and inflame further protests.

Millions of Americans Like Trump Better in Theory Than in Practice

Why the president wins, loses and wins again.
Millions of Americans Like Trump Better in Theory Than in Practice
Why the president wins, loses and wins again.

Trump Wants You to Get Used to This

The president wants to get Americans used to seeing the armed forces in a new light.
Trump Wants You to Get Used to This
The president wants to get Americans used to seeing the armed forces in a new light.

A Bold Idea to Raise the Birthrate: Make Parenting Less Torturous

At least we know what’s definitely not working.
A Bold Idea to Raise the Birthrate: Make Parenting Less Torturous
At least we know what’s definitely not working.

What My Dad Gave Me

I think my dad thought that had he had boys, fatherhood would have been different.
What My Dad Gave Me
I think my dad thought that had he had boys, fatherhood would have been different.

China Revoked My Visa, and Came to Regret It

Canceling the visas of Chinese students in the United States is a horrible idea.
China Revoked My Visa, and Came to Regret It
Canceling the visas of Chinese students in the United States is a horrible idea.

The Polls Are In. Trump Is Not Winning in Los Angeles.

The results are surprisingly clear on this.
The Polls Are In. Trump Is Not Winning in Los Angeles.
The results are surprisingly clear on this.

Protest Is Underrated

We can’t forget what protests are supposed to do: bring change over time.
Protest Is Underrated
We can’t forget what protests are supposed to do: bring change over time.

A U.S. War With Iran Would Be a Catastrophe

America must not get dragged into a war with Iran.
A U.S. War With Iran Would Be a Catastrophe
America must not get dragged into a war with Iran.

Look at the Ukraine War to Understand Why Israel Struck Iran

Israel’s imperative to set back Iran’s nuclear program became clearer after two events in 2022 and 2023.
Israel’s imperative to set back Iran’s nuclear program became clearer after two events in 2022 and 2023.

Antisemitism Is an Urgent Problem. Too Many People Are Making Excuses.

Both the right and the left deserve blame for the rise in anti-Jewish hatred.
Antisemitism Is an Urgent Problem. Too Many People Are Making Excuses.
Both the right and the left deserve blame for the rise in anti-Jewish hatred.

Why Do Dads Want to Be Gods When They Can Just Be Good Huggers?

Fatherhood should revolve around listening and accompanying, not teaching.
Why Do Dads Want to Be Gods When They Can Just Be Good Huggers?
Fatherhood should revolve around listening and accompanying, not teaching.

We May Soon Be Telling a Very Different Kind of Story About Dementia

The tragic narrative sounds different depending on who’s telling it.
We May Soon Be Telling a Very Different Kind of Story About Dementia
The tragic narrative sounds different depending on who’s telling it.

Why the Euthanasia Slope Is Slippery

Canada’s assisted suicide law should tell us something about the bill that New York’s Legislature just passed.
Why the Euthanasia Slope Is Slippery
Canada’s assisted suicide law should tell us something about the bill that New York’s Legislature just passed.

What International Students Bring to Campuses

Readers respond to a guest essay about the effects of having foreign students at American universities.
What International Students Bring to Campuses
Readers respond to a guest essay about the effects of having foreign students at American universities.

What Political Story Would We Tell About a Mamdani Victory?

Four years ago, when Eric Adams was elected, it seemed to be a signal for Democratic politics. Here’s what a democratic socialist’s win could mean.
What Political Story Would We Tell About a Mamdani Victory?
Four years ago, when Eric Adams was elected, it seemed to be a signal for Democratic politics. Here’s what a democratic socialist’s win could mean.