What It Means to Love America
As our nation turns 250, it’s worth asking what form patriotism should take.…
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How America Gave Up on Its Own History
Unable to agree on how to interpret the American story, the country’s schools, universities, and political institutions have…
America’s Promise
Julia Ward Howe's “Battle Hymn of the Republic” continues to inspire a nation to realize its ideals.…
The ‘Battle Hymn’ Can’t Be Ignored
The rousing urgency of the song seems to possess a power that, according to its own lyrics, “transfigures…
World Cup creates perfect conditions for infectious diseases to spread – here are the biggest threats health experts are watching for
Respiratory diseases like measles and flu pose a much bigger threat to public health for the World Cup…
The Absurd World Cup
FIFA’s president calls football a great unifier, but is it a match for the chaos of 2026?…
The Road Wound Upward
A poem…
The Liberal District That Could Oust a Trump-Defying Democrat
A New York City congressional race shows the fractures on the left.…
Ukraine Is Not Losing. Russia Is Not Winning.
A momentum shift that changes everything…
The Flu-Vaccine Routine Is Breaking
Normally, the CDC's vaccine advisors weigh in on flu vaccines in June. This year, the panel is in…