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October 10, 2025
Stephen Lurie
The Vindication of László Krasznahorkai
The Hungarian author’s intricate and complex style has aggravated some and deterred many. Until now.
October 24, 2017
Stephen Lurie
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
Stephen Lurie
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
Stephen Lurie
The Democratic Party Isn’t as Racist as the GOP. That’s Not Saying Much.
June 16, 2015
Stephen Lurie
The Death Penalty Is Cruel. But So Is Life Without Parole.
May 18, 2015
Stephen Lurie
You Can’t Reform the Criminal Justice System by Cutting Costs

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