Editorial
The Trump Administration’s War on Science
By THE EDITORIAL BOARD
Mr. Trump’s inaugural budget blueprint is a narrow-minded document that sacrifices American innovation to small-bore politics. Comments
Hillary Clinton lost the Catholic vote and her unwavering support for abortion rights is one reason. Comments
Mr. Trump’s inaugural budget blueprint is a narrow-minded document that sacrifices American innovation to small-bore politics. Comments
As the controlling party, you must move from the hissing audience to the sweltering spotlight. Comments
One hundred years ago, Russia’s communist insurgents faced a stiff challenge from an intransigent bureaucracy. Comments
We were surprised by Trump because we assumed both humans and history are driven by reason. Comments
By boycotting human rights hearings, the United States set a dismal example for its neighbors.
At its core, the film is all about the continuing impact of slavery on American life.
Every dollar spent on the tax agency yields as much as $10 for the government, a deal President Trump should like.
We don’t need to traffic in conspiracy theories to realize how outrageous Trump is. Comments
The opinion columnist Andrew Rosenthal on the assault on climate protections, the Russian collusion saga, and Republican governors.
“Where does the sun go? Can girls be robots? Why don’t worms have faces?” A little girl wants to know. Comments
Readers discuss problematic widespread views of the disease.
Advocates call for the cessation of holding pregnant women, and discuss the collateral damage for children born in prison.
A Vietnam vet writes that veterans need our support to help them live more normal lives.
Daw Aung San Suu Kyi has been criticized by rights activists for failing to speak out on the politically delicate issue of Rohingya Muslims.
The president whose name is now emblazoned across the building is now seeking to eliminate the arts funding organization he has displaced.
Readers don’t plan to follow the advice offered by a conservative essay writer.
An antiquarian bookseller writes that the recording of scents in old books is a worthy project.
Republicans know what those images look like and who they appeal to.
Public health specialists explain why focusing on births to low-income women is wrong.
A gay character? This progressive open-mindedness will not stand!
The Republican Party can’t pass a health care bill because it has no coherent health care agenda.
Muslims can’t support liberal values only when they are convenient.
Driving a more fuel-efficient car cuts greenhouse gas emissions. Which is why Trump would be making a mistake if he retreats on fuel economy.
The reason Jesus came to us “acquainted with grief.” Comments
What ever happened to the “gangbanger”?
Our most successful cities are conspiracies against the public good. Comments
The presidency of Donald Trump doesn’t spell the end of criminal justice reform. It may just be getting started. Comments
Legislators have a constitutional responsibility to approve protracted foreign military action. Comments
What the auctions of rare manuscripts tell us about the human heart.
President Trump’s new choice for labor secretary seems unlikely to defend new overtime standards, which are desperately needed.
A really great job awaits.
Stories from young people who, under the Obama administration, were spared deportation and permitted to work. Now, their status is in jeopardy.
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October 19, 2016, 5:43 PM