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Novak Djokovic, I Was Wrong About You
We never really gave him his due. Maybe the problem was us.
What Conservative Women Really Want
Three women write about careers, marriage and motherhood. Also: Laura Loomer’s clout with President Trump; learning from Zohran Mamdani.
Why Does My Mind Keep Thinking That?
The psychiatrist Mark Epstein shares his insights about the mind after decades of working with patients and practicing Buddhism.
Why Does My Mind Keep Thinking That?
The psychiatrist Mark Epstein shares his insights about the mind after decades of working with patients and practicing Buddhism.
Musk’s Chatbot Started Spouting Nazi Propaganda. That’s Not the Scariest Part.
The folks at X say don’t worry, they’re on it.
Have Christians Finally Had It With Trump?
The irreconcilable difference between Trumpian politics and Christianity.
We Need to Learn to Love Tall Buildings
As extreme heat becomes more common, urban dwellers must relinquish their bias against daytime darkness and embrace the shadows.
Governors, Use Your Clemency Powers
President Trump is abusing his clemency power, but most American governors are underutilizing their powers of commutation and pardon.
The Dollar’s in Trouble, but Not for the Reason You Think
New payment systems allow users and banks to bypass the U.S. currency and sanctions.
The Law Is Not Enough to Stop War Crimes
Prosecutions for atrocities are not always enough to stop hatred. Societies must also acknowledge what happened.
When Novels Mattered
Literature plays a much smaller role in our national life, and this has a dehumanizing effect on our culture.
It’s Time to Let Go of ‘African American’
Why not just say what we mean?
The Conscience of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson
Readers discuss Justice Jackson’s role on the Supreme Court. Also: Church endorsements of candidates; Voice of America, silenced.
What’s the Matter With Men?
Jordan Peterson and I had a chat.
Israel’s Moral Balance Beam
The columnist Bret Stephens on what’s at stake for the Middle East and American Jews.
My Problem With Superman
Other people might note his alien-ness and quickly forget it, but I couldn’t unsee it. And because I couldn’t unsee his, I couldn’t unsee mine.
Trolling Democracy
The rise of a toxic online politics.
Viewpoint Diversity Isn’t the Solution to Liberal Bias
Viewpoint diversity can easily backfire.
Israel’s Moral Balance Beam
The columnist Bret Stephens on what’s at stake for the Middle East and American Jews.
This ‘Trial of the Century’ Is 100. Its Lessons Could Save the Democrats.
A hundred years later, many religious Americans in rural areas still feel that the cosmopolitan leaders of the Democratic Party look down on them.
The Central Texas Floods Show How Ill-Prepared We Are
The flooding in Texas reveals just how unprepared we are.
Searching for the Truth About Autism
Readers respond to a guest essay by Dr. Allen Frances. Also: A Supreme Court decision on firing federal workers.
Pregnancy Is Going to Be Even More Dangerous in America
The most vulnerable mothers have the most to lose from Medicaid cuts.
As the Texas Floodwaters Rose, One Indispensable Voice Was Silent
The National Weather Service put out good forecasts. But a vital employee was missing.
Biden’s Chief Economist: The Chart That Convinced Me Our Debt Is a Serious Problem
I’m no longer sanguine about the threats posed by the nation’s deficits.
The World’s Best and Brightest Are Moving, but Not to America
Immigration isn’t a crisis. It’s the future.
If Zohran Mamdani Wins, Then What?
He would become the leftist others look to, either as a savior or as a villain.
Netanyahu’s Victory Is Israel’s Loss
The 12-day war is over. But there’s no peace in sight.
