New Life in New London’s Lyman Allyn Art Museum
Old Masters, Hudson River paintings, galleries both grand and intimate — the former seaport town is right to be proud of this museum.
Books, Arts & Manners
In Praise of Walt Whitman
Anyone who doubts his contribution to the democratic project should read his poetry.
Finding Yourself in an Expanding Universe, Reading Literature
A letter to Audrey Hall, eleven years old and the winner of the New York Public Library’s 2019 summer-reading essay contest.
‘Don’t Apologize’: Ricky Gervais Takes On Verbal Terrorism
The Left should listen to comedians more.
Good Boys Celebrates the Corruption of Innocence">Good Boys Celebrates the Corruption of Innocence
It’s Freaks and Geeks for pre-teens.
A Movie Star with Down Syndrome
Zack Gottsagen gives an impressive performance in The Peanut Butter Falcon.
Luis Buñuel’s Political Films Defy Categorization
A terrific new animated film explains the secrets of surrealism.
In Defense of Barry Manilow
His Broadway show is a delirious joy.
Hillary Ruins the Plan
Plan A was to exonerate her and get her elected. Plan B, the failsafe, was an ‘insurance policy’ meant to destroy Trump.
Ball of Collusion">Kudos, Andy, for Ball of Collusion
Today is the official publication date.