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Stephen Lurie

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October 10, 2025

The Vindication of László Krasznahorkai

The Hungarian author’s intricate and complex style has aggravated some and deterred many. Until now.

October 24, 2017

The Dismal Failure of Jewish Groups to Confront Trump

A new generation of activists, disappointed by the mainstream Jewish response to bigotry, has come to the fore.

March 15, 2016

Hillary Clinton Is Not a Criminal Justice Reformer

Her stance on capital punishment is incomprehensible—and that doesn't bode well for the rest of her carceral policies.

October 2, 2015

The Democratic Party Isn’t as Racist as the GOP. That’s Not Saying Much.

June 16, 2015

The Death Penalty Is Cruel. But So Is Life Without Parole.

May 18, 2015

You Can’t Reform the Criminal Justice System by Cutting Costs