Outside the Beltway

A chance for readers to play political strategists

“Classical liberals” really need to rediscover self examination

Teachers are frustrated over interference from outside.

Being against something just isn’t enough.

“Red States” and “Blue State”

The last original member of Lynryd Skynyrd has died.

The lunatic fringe idea is both appealing and unworkable.

Mostly a policy lament.

Disney has replaced a controversial song at its theme parks.

The popular former Republican governor of Maryland has correctly assessed his chances.

Whither American civil religion?

“Skycat”

Hubris has set back the cause of science.

Some Democrats are angry!

What’s that phrased about broken clocks?

Politics and justice are in tension.

Another poll showing the same thing as the other polls.

The Supreme Court’s conservative majority is signaling an unfavorable ruling.

As tired as we may be of him, his nominating electorate appears ready for another round.

A growing trend has healthcare professionals and communities concerned.

A no-brainer that’s brainless.

A brief primer on trauma and a link to an interview and paper on being trauma informed

Newspapers across the country are dropping the popular strip over a racist rant.

“The GOP” is not a singular unit.

Tips for how to check yourself before you wreck yourself.

Alliance leaders have significantly different priorities regarding the conflict.

I somehow missed Google’s launch of a service that solves the biggest annoyance of streaming.

A true hodge-podge.

“Lone”

Many in the Global South see the war very differently than we in the West.

The jury forewoman is offering hints.

A seemingly benign but controversial gesture.

President Biden’s dangerous gambit seems to have succeeded.