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The Reemergence of Scooter Libby
Something else to consider in the "is Trump an anomaly?" argument: the pardon which connects Bush and Cheney to Trump.
By
Nathan Pippenger
April 25, 2018, 4:12 pm – 4 MIN READ
The Obsolescence of Being Earnest
Paul Ryan steps down from Congress and joins his ideological ally Arthur Brooks in retirement. How should we interpret the legacy of these earnest pseudo-wonks?
By
Nathan Pippenger
April 12, 2018, 7:18 pm – 4 MIN READ
A Tale of Two Columnists
Two recent additions to the NYT’s opinion roster weigh in on the Kevin Williamson hire and provide an instructive contrast.
By
Nathan Pippenger
April 2, 2018, 2:42 pm – 6 MIN READ
An Important Test for the "Keep Walking" Theory
Gina Haspel's nomination for CIA Director belies the idea that the country has "moved past" the torture era.
By
Nathan Pippenger
March 29, 2018, 2:06 pm – 5 MIN READ
Taxing for Equitable Growth
Democrats' hands may be tied at the moment when it comes to tax reform. But when the time comes, here are the three areas progressives must focus on.
By
Heather Boushey
Greg Leiserson
March 19, 2018, 3:46 pm – 6 MIN READ