Wanderland

Every Monday morning, Kevin D. Williamson reports—as only he can—on American life, politics, and culture from coast to coast.

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How to Solve a Problem Like the Problem Solvers Caucus

Plus: Some brief thoughts on the tragic invasion of Israel.

Subprime Donny

‘I paid them back’ is not a defense when it comes to defrauding banks.

Comedy With No Sense of Humor

Underdog stories are a reliable path to wealth and fame—and all too easy to make up.

Politics of Principle, Politics of Power

And what happens when you forgo the former for the latter.

‘Dispossessed of Their Pathetic Livelihoods’ 

On Sen. Josh Hawley’s plan to ‘save’ low-wage jobs from artificial intelligence.

‘The Chosen’ Is ‘Message’ Entertainment Done Right

Plus: The New Mexico’s governor’s shameful whiff on fighting crime.

Hunter Biden Has It Coming

On America’s gun laws, housing prices, the country between Pakistan and Bangladesh, attorneys general, Texas, and 9/11.

The No-Values Party

The modern Republican Party has no principles, but plenty of contradictions and incoherence.

The Whited Sepulcher

On the supposed heroism of Mike Pence.

The Assassins’ Creed

You can treat the internet like it’s make-believe, but there are real-world consequences.

Born Rich

It’s not just about money.

Judgment Day

Not just for Donald Trump, but for the Republican Party as a whole.

The Achilles’ Heel of the Rich and Powerful 

Donald Trump's valet problem.

I, the Jury

Why ‘credibly accused’ is usually an uncredible accusation.

A Wealth of Imbecility

The Constitution doesn't confuse imaginary and realized incomes.

Truth or Consequentialism

What exactly are Supreme Court justices asked to do?