Pride Parades and Respectability Politics
Etiquette norms regarding "good taste" and "decency" are just another tool used to stifle expression, encourage conformity, and police group identity.
Criticism of Israel, Media Focus, and Bias
Given all the other international conflicts, can anything but anti-Semitism explain the obsession with Israeli policies?
How Can the 2022 Olympic Games Remain Neutral?
The International Olympic Committee asks that we celebrate sport while holding our tongues.
Justice for All?: William Kelly and Kyle Rittenhouse
Should departments really be in the business of policing their officers' off-duty behavior?
Do Police Intentions Matter?
If the prevalence of racial bias and the demands of law enforcement makes rights violations predictable, are we not then complicit in maintaining the status quo?
Our Moral Obligations to the Afghans
There may never be a right time to withdraw, but that doesn't mean we can walk away clean.
Abusing Public Faith: Brooks, Gladwell, and Journalistic Ethics
The harm caused by journalists shilling for brands threatens not only their credibility but the credibility of the news at large.
“Stand Back and Stand By”: The Demands of Loyal Opposition
What role and responsibilities does American democracy assume of the minority party?
What Is Cancel Culture?
Decried as the uncontrollable behemoth risen by the left, cancel culture has long existed as a societal tool that knows no affiliation.
Acknowledging a Violent Past: Disney’s Racist Fairy Tales
Given the impact Disney has in shaping young minds, might the company have an obligation to use its power to make amends for past harm?