How to Be Happy Like Thomas Aquinas
Modern social science finds that the 13th-century theologian’s recipe for “imperfect happiness” turns out to be perfect.
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The Return of MAGA’s Favorite Forbidden Book
What an apocalyptic French novel about a migrant invasion reveals about the worldview of nationalist conservatives
Banning AI Regulation Would Be a Disaster
The United States should not be lobbied out of protecting its own future.
Trump’s New Imperialism
Just like the neocons he criticizes, Trump embraces the wielding of American power to impose his own worldview on countries that do not share it.
When Leaders Mistake Brutality for Strength
Americans may disagree on many things, but they still distinguish between necessary force and needless killing.
The Most Egregious Double Standard in Sports
For college coaches, greed is just business.
The Neocons Were Right
Not about Iraq. But the moral tenor of their political writings could be an antidote to Trumpism.
Can Jollibee Beat American Fast Food at Its Own Game?
A fast-growing Filipino chain is serving burgers and chicken that seem like typical American fare—until you taste them.
Why the Left Stopped Talking About Achievement Gaps
Progressives used to view schools as engines of social mobility. Now they seem resigned to their failure.
They Killed My Source
A man claiming to be an Iranian intelligence officer promised me he would reveal his country’s secrets. Then he disappeared.