Don’t Rely on Trump to Self-Sabotage
Magical thinking isn't going to get us out of this mess.
Social Media
The Anti-Abortion Movement Is Killing It on Twitter
Abortion opponents use the social media platform like a weapon, and with absolute precision—and they're winning as a result. What are pro-choicers doing wrong?
Talking With Ruby Karp, the Upright Teen Feminist Citizen
Our parenting columnist sits down with the 17-year-old author of 'Earth Hates Me' and learns why some girls recoil at the word "feminist" while still embracing its principles.
Rebekah Mercer Is Leading an Army of Alt-Right Women
Men dominate all the rally photos and media coverage. But behind them stand women whose devotion to the cause is just as fierce—and frightening.
Can Journalists Really Be Apolitical?
Credible journalism warrants that reporters present “both sides.” But is it reasonable to demand the artifice of reporters not having an opinion in these highly politicized times?
Is Doxxing Ever Okay?
Nazis who get doxxed are not victims. But so far the media has failed to get the message.
What Reporters Are Getting Right and Wrong on Hurricane Harvey
Words matter and journalists, more than anyone, should know that. Now’s the time to keep reporters honest, but many covering Harvey showed the media how it’s done.
“The Talk” Is Selling Soap, Not Social Justice
Procter & Gamble's ad about the dialogue parents have with their Black kids about racism would be a triumph if it didn't reek so much of opportunism.
Are You Worrying the Right Way About the Right Things?
We’ve been distraction-shaming each other since day one of the chaos presidency. But how can we find focus with an unprecedented onslaught of never-ending headlines?