Barney Frank’s Second Coming Out
In his final act, the liberal stalwart wants to save his party from ideologues.…
Category: Opinion
From beef ribs to a ‘heavenly’ walk: Xi-Trump summit symbolism underscored American power and Chinese tradition
A cultural historian of modern China explains the meaning behind some of the venue choices during President Donald…
Trump’s Visit to China
Panelists joined to discuss what the summit in Beijing may mean for the U.S. and China.…
The Warnings I Almost Didn’t Heed
For a lifetime, I dismissed my body’s complaints. Then came ovarian cancer.…
They Don’t Make Celebrities Like Michael Jackson Anymore
The success of Michael suggests that audiences are nostalgic for a universal kind of fame that’s rare today.…
The Art Lover’s Dilemma
The Venice Biennale is excessive, at times preposterous. But it can still yield moments of profundity.…
How to Read Like a Child Again
These stories can restore a sense of wonder adults quietly lose.…
The Lame-Duck Superpower
Xi Jinping merely humored Trump, waiting for his time—and America’s—to pass.…
The Protein Shortage Is Coming
Making all that whey is complicated.…
Stephen Miller’s New Recusals
The top White House adviser has stepped back from AI, space, and the Paramount merger.…