Help! My Mom Refuses to Tell My Dad’s Siblings About His Debilitated Condition.
I feel torn between respecting my mom’s wishes and withholding significant information.
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America’s Forever War Must Go On
Announcing the completion of America’s withdrawal from Afghanistan, President Joe Biden declared an end to the post-9/11 “forever war.” Ahead of the anniversary of the September 11 attacks that prompted the original invasion, Biden highlighted how, “if you’re 20 years old today, you’ve never known an America at peace.”Despite the president’s spin, you still won’t.
Uh, How Is the Miss America Pageant Going to Judge “Health” Instead of Physical Appearance?
Maybe contestants will have their blood pressure taken onstage.
Why the Left Is Trying to Take Down the Most Progressive Fed Chair in 40 Years
The lefty case against Jerome Powell almost makes sense. Almost.
No ‘clear’ messaging about pandemic from Biden and Trump administrations, Maryland’s gov says
Larry Hogan said that messaging from both administrations about the pandemic has been problematic.
Biden admin delays booster rollout for some Covid vaccines
The booster plan has caused turmoil within FDA and among public health experts.
Texas abortion ban spawns look-alike laws but could be short-lived
Top Republicans in other states say they are examining how the Texas law’s unique “private right of action” enforcement structure could be used for similar abortion bans.
Dear Care and Feeding: My Partner Expects Me to Hide Who I Am From His Kids
Parenting advice on staying true to oneself, autisim, and ex-spouses.
My Boyfriend’s Wildly Goofy Name Is a Sexy-Time Destroyer
He wants me to moan it for him, but I burst out laughing instead.
Biden hails ‘strong’ economic recovery despite disappointing jobs numbers
Biden laid blame for the sluggish growth of U.S. jobs on the “impact of the Delta variant” of the coronavirus.
Powell walks high wire as Fed plans to ease support for Biden’s economy
Central bank chief seeks to avoid market turmoil as president weighs tapping him for a second term.
U.S. jobless claims near pandemic low as economy strengthens
Thursday’s report from the Labor Department showed that jobless claims fell to 375,000 from 387,000 the previous week.
House Dem campaign chief warns the majority at risk without message reboot
“We’re not trying to hide this,” the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee’s executive director said.
Biden’s economic gains come with newer worries about the future
Some economists have already begun to ease back on forecasts for the rest of this year.
Spencer Ackerman on How the U.S. War on Terror Fueled and Excused Right-Wing Extremism at Home
In an extended conversation with Spencer Ackerman, the Pulitzer Prize-winning national security reporter, he examines the connection he sees between the rise of right-wing extremism in the United States and the so-called war on terror, which he writes about in his new book, “Reign of Terror: How the 9/11 Era Destabilized America and Produced Trump.
News Roundup: Abbott gaffes, McCarthy lies, and Amy Klobuchar asks Senate Democrats to get in gear
In the news today: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott defended the state’s new Republican-pushed anti-abortion law in a truly bizarre appearance that had to be seen to be believed. House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy is a liar, again and still, and House Republican ex-officer Liz Cheney is among those calling him out on his hackish claims. Meanwhile, calls on Democratic senators to put voting rights and other existential priorities over the faux comity of the filibuster continue. Still.
The U.S. is broken. Civics education might just save it
America has been Facebookified. You need look no further than the rash of people poisoning themselves using livestock dewormer to see the reach of the self-identified experts spouting conspiracy theories and quackery—not just on Facebook, but through all the channels and social media available. Distrust in the establishment has become so entrenched that they’ll turn to someone their aunt’s choir director’s cousin talked to for medical advice.
Brazil’s Bolsonaro is following the path created by Trump, only his ‘Jan. 6’ might just succeed
On Tuesday, Metrópoles reported that Trump advisor Jason Miller was detained while boarding a jet at Brasília International Airport. Miller is being held in connection with an ongoing operation looking into “the organization of anti-democratic acts in Brazil.” That detention came following Miller’s appearance at a CPAC meeting in Brazil.
Teacher removed from classroom after video joking about pledging allegiance to Pride flag went viral
If one thing doesn’t change, it’s the ability of conservatives to become enraged at the slightest bit of LGBTQ+ pride or acceptance.
I’ve Had Lots of Sex Through My 20s. I Just Hit My First Big Consequence—and I’m Weirdly Devastated.
This caught me by surprise.
GOP’s 2020 ‘fraudits’ have gone from fringe to mainstream as Republican leaders bowed to Trump
Donald Trump is succeeding in mainstreaming his fringe politics at the state level just like he did at the federal level.
Originally, the Arizona sham audit was an outlier—replicated in no other state and only gaining prominence among Trumpy bit players at the state level.
When the Climate Crisis Becomes Unignorable
Every week, our lead climate reporter brings you the big ideas, expert analysis, and vital guidance that will help you flourish on a changing planet. Sign up to get The Weekly Planet, our guide to living through climate change, in your inbox.In retrospect, last week was an interlude.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott Promises To ‘Eliminate All Rapists’
Abbott defended Texas’ six-week abortion ban, which does not provide exceptions for pregnancies that result from rape or incest.
Lawsuit: Prominent GOP Donor Offered Hush Money To Underage Girl He Trafficked
Anton Lazzaro already faced multiple counts of child sex trafficking. Now he’s also being sued by an underage girl he allegedly groomed as a victim.
Civil Rights Groups Sue Texas Over Law Restricting Voting Rights
Voting rights advocates have slammed the legislation signed by Gov. Greg Abbott as “undemocratic” and a “dangerous voter suppression bill.
Help! My Ex-Stepdaughter Has an Outrageous Demand After Leaving Me Out of Her Wedding.
I don’t know who this woman is now.
Trump Fanatic Admits To Assaulting Capitol Cop While Wearing ‘CNN FAKE NEWS’ Hat
Duke Wilson pleaded guilty to two felony charges as part of a plea agreement reached with federal prosecutors.
Michael K. Williams on Being Typecast
Michael K. Williams was known most famously for his portrayal of Omar Little on HBO’s The Wire. Other roles included Chalky White on Boardwalk Empire—also within the HBO family—as well as Professor Marshall Kane on NBC’s Community.In 2018, The Atlantic’s marketing team and HBO joined forces for a series called Question Your Answers, a collection of short films meant to challenge our certainties.