The Jussie Smollett SmokescreenSeveral major stories this week revealed deep truths about this political moment in America. None pertained to the TV actor.By Matt Ford
The Spiritual Case for SocialismA new book attempts to deepen the philosophical dimension of a revived left.By Jedediah Britton-Purdy
The Russian Spy Who Wasn'tThe U.S. government went looking for someone to blame for Russia's interference in the 2016 election—and found Maria Butina, the perfect scapegoat. By James Bamford
The Battle for Silicon Valley’s SoulHow rank-and-file workers are changing the politics and culture of Big Tech.By The New Republic
This Is What the Beginning of a Real Israel Debate Looks LikeBefore Ilhan Omar came to the national stage, Stephen Walt and John Mearsheimer tried to discuss pro-Israel lobbying. They were shouted down.By Ben Ehrenreich