Interesting Times

The Highbrow and Lowbrow of the Trump Era

Trump Turned My Immigrant Identity Into a ‘Chronic Condition.’

Our Mount Rushmore of Fictional Presidents

We Wanted a 'Grand New Party.' Trump Delivered.

In the latest episode of the Matter of Opinion podcast, hosts Ross Douthat and Reihan Salam delve into the transformation of the Republican Party. They reflect on their previous book, "Grand New Party," which foresaw a shift towards a working-class, multiracial coalition within the GOP. While they accurately predicted ...

Divining Trump 2.0 From His Cabinet Picks

TL;DR: Blame Biden

In the latest episode of the Matter of Opinion podcast, the panel dives into the Republican party's significant win and what it means for the Democrats and the left as a whole. They explore the Democrats' key missteps, such as their inability to emotionally connect with voters, present a compelling vision for the futur...

Trumpism Is Not a Fad

In this post-election podcast episode, the panel dives into the unexpected results of the 2024 presidential election, where Donald Trump emerged victorious. They explore the reasons behind Trump's lasting appeal, recognizing the complexity of his diverse support base, which is rooted in divisive language. The discussio...

This Election Is the Tiebreaker Over Trumpism

In the final pre-election episode of "Matter of Opinion," the hosts dive into the unexpected twists of the 2024 campaign. They discuss significant moments like the Trump indictments, DeSantis's struggling campaign, and the unveiling of the Heritage Foundation’s Project 2025, examining how these events shape the race. T...

Beyond Trump v. Harris: Control of Congress Comes Down to These Races

A Pollster Helps Us Manage Our Election Anxiety

Antichrists, Chainsaws and Natalism: A Very MoO Halloween Episode

The Divisions Roiling Beneath the Democratic Party’s Joyful Exterior

Vance and Walz Need to Offer More Than Just Civility

From QAnon to Diddy: The Blurred Lines of Conspiracy Theory and Reality

What Springfield, Ohio, Is Really About

How Much More Does Harris Need to Say to Win?

Debating David French: Can a Vote for Harris Save the G.O.P.?

Carlos Read Kamala Harris’s Memoirs. Here’s How She’s Evolved.

What We Learned About Harris — and the Democrats — This Week

JD Vance and the Dueling Visions of the American Family