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Americans are cynical about their government. No wonder. It's being misused by demagogues, never more so than just now.
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The crucial next task for the human brain
Can we even imagine a solution to the climate crisis?
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Political rhetoric inspires broad incivility
People behave badly. Why not, since there's no consequence to leaders?
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About that vacation you missed
It's an aspect of American exceptionalism that you might not want to embrace
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A threat that calls for local action
Here's where "Think globally, act locally" can be put into action
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MIDWEEK EXTRA EDITION: The inspiration for 'Fans need to show up for democracy'
Thoughts on writing for underwriters of The Upstate American
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Fans need to show up for democracy
Americans have always drawn lessons from baseball, but now we need to pay attention to how the political game is being played
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