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Move Left, Democrats

Focus on progressive Obama coalition defectors, not on conservative white working-class voters. comment icon Comments

Editorial

No, Robots Aren’t Killing the American Dream

In good times, robots are seen as heroes. In bad times, they’re the villains. They’re neither. Robots are as good or bad as our public policies allow. comment icon Comments

DAVID BROOKS

This Century Is Broken

The decline of economic growth is at the bottom of ethnic nationalism’s rise, faith in democracy’s fall and world order’s dissipation. comment icon Comments

ROGER COHEN

The Russification of America

When it’s unclear whether America or Russia is more credible, the world is heading for trouble. comment icon Comments

DAVID LEONHARDT

Trump’s Russia Motives

He has business ties, political ties and ideological ties to Putin’s Russia, and it’s up to the Senate and the F.B.I. to clarify them. comment icon Comments

The Conversation

#OscarsSoOrange

Frank Bruni and Gail Collins banter about Donald Trump Oscar Night and bask in a “Moonlight” glow. comment icon Comments

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How Cities Should Take Care of Their Housing Problems

A Trump administration is unlikely to help urban areas much on low-income housing. Cities need to take matters into their own hands.

Editorial

Save Greece by Saving Its Economy First

After a decade of failing to rescue the country, Greece’s creditors ought to try a different approach.

Editorial

Iowa’s G.O.P. Statehouse Shows the Locals Who’s Boss

Republicans love home rule unless it leads to something they don’t like.

Fixes

Building Trust Cuts Violence. Cash Also Helps.

A straightforward deal with young gunmen to turn peaceful is succeeding in a California city long known for its violence. comment icon Comments

Vietnam ’67

Bernard Fall: The Man Who Knew the War

He died 50 years ago today, but he remains the greatest writer on Vietnam. comment icon Comments

Letters

Conservatives’ Plan for a Carbon Tax

Readers suggest that the plan is workable, or not.

Letters

Fiduciary Rule: Wise Safeguard or Unfair Burden?

Readers discuss a rule meant to ensure that financial planners have investors’ interests at heart.

Letter

Trump’s Teenage Temperament

Though middle schoolers can be Trump-like in their self-absorption and quest for attention, they eventually grow up — unlike Mr. Trump, a reader writes.

Heng

Heng on Trump’s Approach to North Korea

President Trump has advocated an aggressive stance towards both China and North Korea but he may now turn to Beijing for help.

Op-Docs

4.1 Miles

Daphne Matziaraki

In this short documentary, nominated for an Academy award, a coast guard captain on a Greek island is charged with saving thousands of refugees. comment icon Comments

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Topless Uprising Against Sexism

A debate about women’s right to control their bodies led to bare-breasted protests.

DAVID LEONHARDT

Liberals and the Trump Blame Game

Liberals clearly failed in their attempts to stop Trump, but they did not create him.

IVAN KRASTEV

How Donald Trump Might Save the E.U.

President Chaos has made Europeans nervous about taking risks on right-wing populists.

Op-Ed Contributors

Why the World Needs a Trump Doctrine

Chaos and incoherence in American foreign policy are a threat to global stability.

CHARLES M. BLOW

Harry and Sidney: Soul Brothers

On their 90th birthdays, an ode to two of the most remarkable men of our time. comment icon Comments

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Dysfunction and Deadlock at the Federal Election Commission

The agency’s three Republican commissioners have paralyzed efforts to keep the financing of elections open and honest.

Editorial

The Legacy of Zero Tolerance Policing

People who miss court dates, even for minor offenses, have been hit with arrest warrants that turn nuisance offenses into serious problems.

Editorial

North Korea, the Ultimate Challenge for a Dealmaker

If the president consults the experts and approaches the issue with discipline, he might have a chance.

Letters

How to Move Toward an AIDS-Free Generation

Advocates for AIDS patients discuss H.I.V. criminalization laws and praise Pepfar as one of the most successful public health initiatives.

Letters

Should Judge Gorsuch Answer?

Readers take sides after the judge refused to answer questions from Senator Schumer.

American Dreamers

Clockwise from top left: Luis Roberto Ursua Briceno; Gloria S. Rinconi; Anayancy Ramos; Nayelli Valdemar

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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