How Many Jeffrey Epsteins Are There?
Stories such as his have emerged with alarming frequency of late, in a striking variety of institutions.
A Word for Thaddeus Kosciuszko
We rightly cherish the memory of this important, forward-thinking man, an immigrant who showed his dedication to liberty and equality on two continents.
Leave the Emancipation Memorial Alone
It deserves to stand forever, a silent monument whose history and character speak louder than anyone who would destroy it.
Congress Should Do Its Job (Investigating UFOs, Obviously)
Kudos to the Senate for using long-atrophied muscles on behalf of a worthy cause.
R.I.P. Ian Holm, 1931–2020
Ian Holm, English actor of stage and screen, has died at age 88.
The Supreme Court Will Not Save Us from Ourselves
It’s not enough just to expect Congress to appoint conservative judges. The legislative body must legislate.
New Study: Our Galaxy Could Contain 36 Intelligent Extraterrestrial Civilizations
That is actually the low-end number, in a sense.
What If We’re All Aliens?
A new low-budget sci-fi movie straight out of the 1950s asks deeper questions.
Some Good 2020 News: The Yellowstone Supervolcano (Probably) Won’t Erupt
Researchers announced two newly identified super-eruptions associated with the Yellowstone hotspot track, which may be waning in intensity.
America Hasn’t Failed (Yet)
And even its harshest critics should hope that it doesn’t.