January 2023

Jonathan Lear’s new book understands mourning as evidence of human well-being. But it overlooks the importance of the agonizing lament.

Contrary to popular belief, the United States fails to live up to its promised values of freedom and fairness. But are those even the worthy ideals to strive toward?

Portraits by Matisse and Modigliani eventually gesture to more than objectification of their subjects.

Wendell Berry’s frustrating but utterly illuminating new book calls on us to treat our home, and our fellow citizens, with much greater care.

Could Biden have better balanced the needs of railroad workers without causing economic catastrophe?

The recently signed Respect for Marriage Act suggests it’s possible to achieve a culture-war compromise. Will the Supreme Court take notice?

The Respect for Marriage Act is an important compromise between protections for same-sex couples and for religious institutions.