Evergreen
What drives recurring cultural conflicts in the U.S. like the “War on Christmas”? Dan Cassino on the logic of identity politics in everyday life.
A new geography
How is the pandemic changing who lives where in the world? Richard Florida on the ways Covid-19 has accelerated the widening of existing social divisions.
The lost generation
How are the Covid deaths of older Americans affecting life in the U.S.? Brian McGarry on vulnerability, bereavement, and ageism in the pandemic.
Freezing
What’s happening in Afghanistan? Benjamin Hopkins on why a humanitarian disaster is imminent and how the country was set up to fail over and over again.
Moving pictures
What has the pandemic done to moviegoing? David Herrin on the cinema’s uncertain return.
Same as the old boss
Why are elected authoritarians losing public support? Steven Levitsky on how voter frustration is turning against them.
Invite only
Why is the U.S. holding a Summit for Democracy? Joshua Kurlantzick on an American strategy for “defending against authoritarianism.”
Now, a malaria vaccine
How important is it? Pascaline Dupas on what a major pharmaceutical innovation will mean for economic development and the “dream” of eradicating a disease that over time has killed billions of people.
Bridges to nowhere
Is China in danger of financial collapse? Victor Shih on the huge structural risks underlying the economy of the People’s Republic.
Unspeakable
How are the repercussions of protest and violence in Charlottesville, Virginia, shaping the limits of free expression in the U.S.? Nadine Strossen on the legal aftermath of a shocking event.
