Israel Passes Controversial Law Reserving National Self-Determination For Jews : NPR

Why we support such segregation and discrimination is clearr; those who claim that the Israeli lobby has a stranglehold on the US have it just about right, however offensive the actions of this country are.

Who Is Bill Browder, Kremlin Foe Singled Out in Putin’s Offer? - The New York Times

It's tough to imagine a more complex picture emerging.

Nights Are Warming Faster Than Days. Here’s Why That’s Dangerous. - The New York Times

We need to make all this a national crisis that demands a crisis response.

Famous Essayists from France | List of Top French Essayists

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Famous Essayists from the United States | List of Top American Essayists

Interesting list.

NBC News poll: Most want vote on Trump Supreme Court nominee before midterms

Unexpected result (for me). Huge split between Republicans and Democrats help explain it, and reinforces fear about how we govern our country in the years ahead.