Joe Manchin’s climate announcement has the potential to be a very big deal.
Author: David Leonhardt
The Evolution of American Sign Language
Digital media is changing language — sometimes rapidly. We explore the example of American Sign Language.
The Latest Covid Surge and What it Means for the U.S.
We look at what it means for the country.
Western Europe, a Climate Leader, Still Suffers From Global Warming
Yet it’s suffering badly from warming.
Bigger Than Trump
Why election conspiracy theories have become central to the Republican Party.
A Wilting Climate Response
As another heat wave descends, the U.S. federal government is pulling back from the climate fight. What now?
The Semiconductor Problem
The military relies on advanced semiconductors. The U.S. doesn’t make any.
A Surprisingly Tight Race
Despite Biden’s low approval ratings, Democrats are roughly tied with Republicans in the midterm polls. We explain why.
Considering the Legacy of Shinzo Abe, On the Day of His Funeral
On the day of his funeral service, we consider the full legacy of Japan’s longest-serving prime minister.
Dueling Weaknesses
The Times has released its first poll of the 2022 midterm cycle.