New Life in New London’s Lyman Allyn Art Museum
Old Masters, Hudson River paintings, galleries both grand and intimate — the former seaport town is right to be proud of this museum.
Books, Arts & Manners
In Praise of Walt Whitman
Anyone who doubts his contribution to the Democratic project should read his poetry.
Finding Yourself in an Expanding Universe, Reading Literature
A letter to Audrey Hall, eleven years old and the winner of the New York Public Library’s 2019 summer-reading essay contest.
‘Don’t Apologize’: Ricky Gervais Takes On Verbal Terrorism
The Left should listen to comedians more.
Good Boys Celebrates the Corruption of Innocence
It’s Freaks and Geeks for pre-teens.
A Movie Star with Down Syndrome
Zack Gottsagen gives an impressive performance in The Peanut Butter Falcon.
Luis Buñuel’s Political Films Defy Categorization
A terrific new animated film explains the secrets of surrealism.
In Defense of Barry Manilow
His Broadway show is a delirious joy.
Hillary Ruins the Plan
Plan A was to exonerate her and get her elected. Plan B, the failsafe, was an ‘insurance policy’ meant to destroy Trump.
Kudos, Andy, for Ball of Collusion
Today is the official publication date.