Policy
In Defense of Onerousness
Do we really have to debate whether it’s good to shield kids from pornography?
Inflation Continues to Moderate, But Warning Signs on the Horizon
Plus: A new nuclear reactor comes online in Georgia.
Everything You Think You Know About ‘Offshoring’ Is (Probably) Wrong
It can boost American capacity, jobs, and—most importantly—innovation.
A Proxy Fight Over Abortion in Ohio
Tuesday’s vote—ostensibly related to ballot-initiative requirements—has national implications.
Elon Musk Says He’ll ‘Fund Your Legal Bill.’ Should He?
Promoting meritless lawsuits might be legal, but it’s still wrong.
Dispatch Live: The Coup in Niger and the U.S. Credit Downgrade
Join us for our weekly livestreamed conversation.
Rep. Jeff Jackson Sizes Up China and AI
The freshman Democrat reflects on his first few months in Congress.
An Unthinkable Choice
Donald Trump’s advisers would have put the U.S. military in the position of defying orders or turning their weapons on civilians.
Oklahoma’s New Catholic Charter School, Explained
St. Isidore would be funded with taxpayer money, which raises First Amendment questions.
The Two Types of Congressional Conflict
Philip Wallach’s new book, ‘Why Congress,’ shows the first branch craves performance. Could conflict nudge it toward compromise?
In Defense of Manly Tears
Civilization depends on finding constructive outlets for male passion.
Senate Advances Kids’ Online Safety and Privacy Bills—Again
Plus: Congress reacts to another Trump indictment as the House GOP investigates the Bidens.