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Paths to Depolarization
Grassroots activism and electoral reform are important. But only a political realignment can save America.
Francis Fukuyama
Aug 3
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The F.D.A.’s Misguided War on Vaping
The government is putting stricter restrictions on vaping than on smoking. That’s bad for public health.
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Aug 8
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Democrats Are Finally Coming To Their Senses
The party is rediscovering the virtues of moderation and compromise.
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Sarah Longwell on 2024
Listen now (60 min) | Sarah Longwell and Yascha Mounk discuss the effect of the January 6th hearings on Republican voters.
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A Taxonomy of Fear
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The Warped Vision of “Anti-Racism”
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Now is Not The Time to Let Putin Save Face
Why the West needs to keep supporting Ukraine.
Cathy Young
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America Should Allow Death Row Organ Donation
With desperately needed organs so scarce, why are we depriving any recipients of a chance at life?
Sally Satel
Aug 1
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When Democracy Goes South
Latin America provides the best model for thinking about U.S. politics over the past century.
Michael Lind
Jul 29
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What an Overly Pessimistic View of America Gets Wrong
Listen now (55 min) | Yascha Mounk and Eboo Patel discuss how religious differences strengthen America’s civic fabric.
Yascha Mounk
Jul 30
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The Corruption of Apology
Asking for forgiveness is meant to be a process of reconciliation. But when coerced, it can sow bitterness and discord.
Stephanos Bibas
Jul 27
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The Forgotten Philosopher Who Can Fix Our Economy
Henry George has much to teach us about power and privilege today.
Joseph Addington
Jul 25
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The Racial Binary Is Inadequate
Americans need a new understanding of race to help them properly see how mainstream society is expanding and diversifying.
Richard Alba
Jul 20
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The Persuasion Festival: 2022
Join us next Sunday, July 31st for a day of (virtual) learning with leading thinkers!
Persuasion Staff
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