Daniel Kaufman and Robert Wright debate the merits of transcending human nature.
Bill Scher and Matt Lewis on whether Democrats’ new economic agenda will win over the left. Plus: The plan behind Trump’s trans ban.
Glenn Loury and Joshua Cohen discuss a moral, rather than economic, argument for Medicaid expansion.
Robert Wright and meditation teacher Daniel Ingram consider the paradox of gurus who behave badly. Plus: Resisting Trump wisely.
Historian Daniel Bessner argues that outlandish Harvard alum Anthony Scaramucci isn’t an aberration in modern politics.
Robert Wright tries to convert Mickey Kaus to his new cause.
Eva Galperin, director of cybersecurity at the Electronic Frontier Foundation, on the fight for net neutrality. Plus: How the government gets on your phone.
Bill Scher and Matt Lewis consider whether what’s unpopular policy is good politics.
Aryeh Cohen-Wade and Kumars Salehi rehash the popular appeal of “outsider” politicians in the 2016 presidential election. Plus: Is “horseshoe theory” valid?
Robert Wright and meditation teacher Daniel Ingram consider how anger at the president can hinder effective opposition.