American Power

by Mark Bauerlein

Lawrence Mead discusses his recent book, Burdens of Freedom: Cultural Difference and American Power. Continue Reading »

7 Nov 2019

American Breakdown

by Mark Bauerlein

David Bromwich discusses his book American Breakdown: The Trump Years and How They Befell Us. Continue Reading »

15 Oct 2019

Canada’s Toxic Nationalism

by Nathan Pinkoski

Canadian postmodern nationalism makes Americans the enemy, but is friendly to American ideology. Continue Reading »

14 Oct 2019

Mild and Equitable Establishments

by Richard W. Garnett

Whitefish Mountain, a ski resort in northwest Montana, is known for its spicy terrain, rime-clothed “snow ghosts,” and postcard-perfect views of Glacier ­National Park. And, of course, for “Big Mountain Jesus.” Big Mountain Jesus is a kitschy but beloved dashboard-ornament-style . . . . Continue Reading »

1 Apr 2019

Whose Midwest?

by John Wilson

The Midwest is often dismissed or simply ignored in books, in the “national media,” and in conversation, but a new collection of essays tells a different story. Continue Reading »

8 Feb 2019

Splitting California

by K. E. Colombini

Ever since California joined the union in 1850, efforts have been made to split the state. Continue Reading »

2 May 2018

Awakenings

by Charles J. Chaput

The archbishop of Philadelphia speaks on living as a believer in the nation we have now.

22 Mar 2016

Re-Educate for America

by Malcolm Rivers

As we gathered for another meeting to tell stories, share feelings, and take guidance, I knew it wouldn’t be long before the griping began. I had made the trek from my apartment in Northeast Washington, D.C., to Teach For America’s office on K Street. Bright posters beamed positive messages, . . . . Continue Reading »

1 Nov 2015

Lessons from the Rough Rider for Today's Political Ruffians

by George Weigel

Sitting at a writing-desk in the White House on December 11, 1905, President Theodore Roosevelt was an unhappy camper. In previous letters, he had addressed his correspondent as “Dear Maria.” Now, it was “Mrs. Storer” who would be on the receiving end of the presidential wrath. Maria . . . . Continue Reading »

23 Sep 2015

Popes in These United States

by George Weigel

The history of popes in these United States is full of surprises. And one of them, to begin at the beginning, includes the little-known fact that Blessed Paul VI was not the first pontiff to set foot on American territory, when he landed at newly-renamed John F. Kennedy International Airport on . . . . Continue Reading »

16 Sep 2015