The End of Democratic Delusions
The Trump Reaction and what comes next
Ideas
The Great Grocery Squeeze
How a federal policy change in the 1980s created the modern food desert
Journalism’s What If Problem
Too many reporters are writing fiction.
How Biden Made a Mess of Ukraine
He treated the conflict as a crisis to be managed, not a war to be won.
Three Ways to Handle an Awkward Thanksgiving
Even if you’re sitting down with a boorish uncle or a snippy cousin, you can do things to make the occasion a happy one.
The Fox News Rebound
After the 2020 elections, the network seemed in peril. Today, it’s where Donald Trump goes for Cabinet members.
Donald Trump Gets Away With It
Jack Smith is dropping the charges against the president-elect for his assault on the fundamentals of American democracy.
The #MeToo Cabinet
Trump’s choice to begin a new administration with this particular slate of picks represents a remarkable commitment to moral ugliness.
Pam Bondi’s Comeback
In 2017, Pam Bondi was passed over as too scandal-tainted. This time, she’s the safe, acceptable fallback choice.
Trump’s First Defeat
Matt Gaetz has officially withdrawn from being considered for attorney general.