In D.C., ‘LGBT panic’ is a defense for hate crimes. That needs to change.
The defense is archaic and discriminatory.
The party’s over; With Trump, the GOP gives up its monopoly on values
The Republican Party no longer reflects anything it used to stand for.
Trump’s new affirmative action guidelines are a threat to diversity in higher ed
Race-blind admissions perpetuate injustice.
Maryland prisons shouldn’t be restricting inmates’ access to books
Their book bans are a despicable way to disadvantage prisoners.
What is Aleppo to President Obama?
His refusal to stop the Syrian government from killing its own people is a stain on his legacy.
What David Brooks gets wrong about the future of the American left
Love for institutions — not economic authoritarianism — risks destroying the Resistance.
Kevin Williamson’s firing from The Atlantic reveals a crisis of free speech
If we silence offensive views, we’ll destroy intellectual diversity.
Covering up: how cover songs drive music forward
Music is an iterative process and every artist builds upon the work of those before.
The Inconvenient Youth: A field guide to millennials
The first installment of my ongoing series where I explain what’s up with those meddling kids.
Give us a break
OUR VIEW: Extending Thanksgiving break is beneficial for stress and safety reasons.