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An essay about two types of democracy destroyers. One kills the frog in public and leaves its body on the street as an example, the other boils it…

Aug 3

When extremist energies are unleashed within a party, the result can be hard to manage

Jul 31

And a dramatic French seascape

Jul 29

Since "getting away with it" is the essence of authoritarianism, the answer is yes

Jul 27

Welcome back to Lucid, and hello to all new subscribers. I’m writing with a reminder that there is no Q&A today.

Jul 22

Institutions that prize pluralism and open access to knowledge threaten authoritarian dogma

Jul 20

Today I offer some reflections on the danger to our democracy presented by state GOP party resolutions that no longer recognize Joe Biden as a…

Jul 16

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