Opinion
Goldberg: Why we should worry about Vance’s shifting allegiances
His book and his change in views point to troubling conflicts over authority and submission.
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French: Hulk Hogan, GOP haven’t cornered market on masculinity
Democrats can call on models of masculine ideas that are based on more than grievance and bravado.
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Blow: Democrats must defend Harris from coming vile attacks
Already racist and sexist comments have tried to smear her as a ‘DEI’ candidate. It’ll get worse.
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Krugman: Look at the numbers; immigrants aren’t taking ‘our’ jobs
Nor are they driving down wages. Both measures have shown improvement since before the pandemic.
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Schwab: A parade of bandages, selflessness and — one hopes — hope
The week that was was replete with contrasts, courtesy of Trump’s falsehoods and Biden’s magnanimity.
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Stephens; Democrats may soon regret Harris’ quick coronation
A competition for the Democratic nomination would have better vetted Harris and potential candidates.
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Beyond plants, what makes a garden inviting? Fountains, birdbaths and art
Water features and bright, shiny works of art only make a garden more attractive to humans, birds and…
Opinion
Krugman: Trump’s cynical attempt to scare Black Americans
He wants them to believe immigrants are taking their jobs. That’s not at all what the numbers show.
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Kristof: What Biden’s decision not to run means for America
Biden’s selfless choice aids his party, secures his legacy and improves the world’s chances for normalcy.
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G9ldberg: And just like that, Democrats find reason for joy
Following Biden’s decision to end his campaign and endorse his veep, Democrats are positively giddy.
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Brooks: Democrats must provide an answer to MAGA’s promises
For Democrats to succeed, they need to offer people a future of both security and progress.
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Krugman: For Trump, once again, it’s carnage in America
Ignoring the clear decline in crime rates for much of the country, Trump basks in thoughts of mayhem.
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Krugman: It’s not just Trump that J.D. Vance has flipped on
The GOP’s vice presidential nominee has shifted position on the white working-class folks he came from.
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Schwab: Attempt on Trump’s life doesn’t require giving up
Those opposed to a second Trump term still are allowed to speak their minds and cast their votes.
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Kristof: Democrats musk ask if loyalty lies with Biden or goals
Odds are that Biden will lose and take Democrats down with him. That can only dishonor his legacy.
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French: Cannon adds to rulings ignoring Constitution’s text
In the documents case against Trump, Cannon takes 93 pages to make the law appear to say what…
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Paul: Democrats can’t just ‘finish the job’; time to start new one
Biden’s slogan looks backward. His party needs a Project 2025 of its own to give voters hope.
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Goldberg: Trump’s shooter and young men’s growing nihilism
Slowly a picture of the young man points less to ideology and more toward a fatalistic “doomerism.”
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Burke: If Trump wins, are you ready for what comes with him?
His former staffers have drafted a blueprint for his second term. Ask yourself if this is what you…
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Krugman: Despite his denial, Trump will deploy Project 2025
He’s no policy wonk, but many of would-be appointees are; and they’re eager to foster cronyism.