The Genius of Handel’s Messiah
The oratorio is a feat of sustained inspiration arguably unsurpassed in the canon of Western classical music.
How the Trump Resistance Gave Up
This year is nothing like 2020, and a collective sense of resignation might make all the difference.
The End of Francis Fukuyama
The legendary political scientist is very much alive, but liberal democracy is at risk.
How to Prevent the Worst From Happening
If Trump wins the presidency again, conservatism will be homeless, a philosophy without a party, for at least a generation.
Solidarity and Gaza
Black people see what is happening to Palestinians, and many feel the tug of the familiar in their heart.
The People Who Don’t Read Political News
It’s more tempting than ever to ignore the election.
Ohio Isn’t Just J. D. Vance Country
The state has quite a crop of young, talented Democratic leaders—who face tough odds of ever moving up in politics.
Does ‘Greedflation’ Explain High Prices?
Anger at high grocery prices may help reelect Donald Trump. Is corporate greed to blame?
The Next ‘Stop the Steal’ Movement Is Here
The right is already saying the election is rigged.
Under the Spell of the Crowd
An afternoon outside the Trump rally at Madison Square Garden
Why Does Elon Musk Still Have a Security Clearance?
The U.S. government seems to think he’s too big to fail.
The Celebrities Are Saying the Loud Part Quietly
Democratic politics and pop culture have long been entangled—but entertainers seem a bit more sheepish about their endorsements lately.
Trump Wants You to Accept All of This as Normal
The former president is psychologically preparing Americans for an assault on the electoral system.
The Comically Terrible Rollout of Latter-day Saints for Trump
The koozies and coffee mugs were a mistake.
A Bogus New Rationale for Trump’s Economic Agenda
His allies now claim that he wouldn’t really impose massive global tariffs if elected. But the uncertainty created by threats is bad enough.
Giant Mythological Puppets Stage a Show in Toulouse
Images of several remarkable huge puppets performing in the streets of Toulouse
This Is Trump’s Message
At his Madison Square Garden rally, Trump’s argument was hate and fear.
Why Major Newspapers Won’t Endorse Kamala Harris
Democracy dies in broad daylight.
A Touch Revolution Could Transform Pitching
A revolution in the science of touch could unlock the mystery of “feel” in pitching.
The Truth About Polling
We don’t know what we think we know about how Americans will vote.