Letters: ‘Let the Bible Speak for Itself’
Readers consider the implications of Bible-literacy programs in public schools.
The Conversation
Letters: ‘The P.E. I Was Exposed to Was Not Evil, Just Sad’
Readers share their memories—the good, the bad, and the humiliating—from childhood gym class.
Letters: ‘It’s Honorable Work’
Readers respond to Austin Murphy’s essay on going from writing for Sports Illustrated to delivering packages for Amazon.
Letters: How to Reduce the Wait Time for Women’s Bathrooms
Readers discuss the value of “potty parity”—and the potential drawbacks of a world with only gender-neutral restrooms.
Letters: ‘Fixing the Bad Will Be Just as Bad’
Readers consider the effect of the Ocean Cleanup project on the neuston, an ecosystem at the water’s surface.
Letters: ‘Here’s to “The Modest Goal of Looking Totally Fine”’
Readers discuss the drawbacks of a culture that promises simple skin-care miracles.
Letters: ‘We All Need to Take Responsibility for Their Actions’
Readers weigh in on the lessons to be drawn from last week’s incident involving Covington Catholic High School students.
Atlantic Readers Respond to Martin Luther King Jr.’s ‘Letter From Birmingham Jail’
In the August 1963 issue, The Atlantic published King’s famous letter under the title “The Negro Is Your Brother.” Readers’ responses were largely positive.
Letters: The Article ‘Sending Chills Through the Interpreter Community’
Readers consider whether Congress should subpoena the president's translator.
Letters: Even More Unthinkable Moments
Readers continue to share what they would add to The Atlantic’s list of moments that define an improbable presidency—and share their views on how these moments will shape the president’s legacy.