I Struggle to Pay Our Bills. My Husband Just Bought His Dream Car.
He says he just can’t afford to help more.
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New study shows conservatives hear, and believe, far more fake news than liberals
This isn’t exactly earth-shattering news. Earth-shattering news would be Donald Trump getting a good night’s sleep for the first time in 10 years, realizing he’s been acting like a drunk pelican with a Hot Pocket stuck in his throat for most of this century, conceding the election, apologizing profusely to Joe Biden, and telling Eric (but not Junior) that he loves him.
But while this might not be that kind of news, it’s news nonetheless.
Nuts & Bolts: Inside a Democratic campaign: The four horsemen of campaign communications
Welcome back to the weekly campaign Nuts & Bolts Guide to small campaigns. Every week I try to tackle issues I’ve been asked about. With the help of other campaign workers and notes, we address how to improve and build better campaigns, or explain issues that impact our party.
My Husband Just Told Me About His Secret Sex Life. I’m Perplexed—and Turned On.
It began four months ago.
Mark Meadows pressured Justice Department to open probes supporting Republican election hoaxes
There is only one reason Republican lawmakers are blocking any investigations into the January 6 insurrection they can block: because it was a Republican insurrection to begin with. It was premised on hoaxes spread by the lawmakers themselves. The “march” to the Capitol was orchestrated, and in advance, by Donald Trump himself and by top allies.
Condoleezza Rice: Dismissing Coronavirus Lab Leak Theory Was ‘A Mistake’
“Some of the evidence was right in front of our faces,” said the former secretary of state, who served as national security adviser during the 2003 SARS outbreak.
Corey Lewandowski: Trump Has Not Spoken To Me Of Being Reinstated
Trump’s former campaign manager appeared to dismiss reports that Trump expects to be reinstalled this summer.
Manchin Says He’ll Vote Against Voting Rights Bill, Dooming Dems’ Election Overhaul Efforts
The West Virginia senator’s unwillingness to back legislation without Republican support could jeopardize Democrats’ ability to pass key bills.
Republican State Legislatures Are Winning Their War On American Democracy
2021 is on pace to be the worst year for U.S. voter suppression laws since 2011, and activists are worried that Democrats aren’t responding aggressively enough.
Unknown Bird
Photo illustrations by Miki LoweW. S. Merwin was a man of many callings. He was an incredibly prolific poet—he won the Pulitzer Prize twice, along with nearly every other major literary award. He also dedicated his life to environmentalism: After moving to a barren pineapple plantation in Hawaii in 1977, he painstakingly restored it to its natural state, growing back hundreds of species of palm.
‘Our Next Option Was the Back of My Pickup’
Deep in the densely forested foothills of southern Oregon, near the town of Butte Falls, Lanette and Steve Martin lived with their son and his family—until last year, when a wildfire chased them away from their home. As embers the size of charcoal briquettes landed on their front deck, the retired couple and their family jumped into their cars, leaving behind five chickens and a cat.
Dear Care and Feeding: I Blame My Husband for My Daughter’s Anxiety
Parenting advice on anxiety, wild toddlers, and single motherhood.
U.S. senators promise vaccines for Taiwan amid dispute with China
“I’m here to tell you that the United States will not let you stand alone,” Tammy Duckworth said.
My Son’s Wife Thinks We’re Still Paying for Her Kids’ Fancy School After She Divorces Him
She’s delusional, but it’s straining my relationship with my son.
The Problem With Free Transit
A growing movement wants to scrap bus and subway fares. That’s not what riders need most.
I Think My Superrich Grandpa Is Trying to Use Me in a Weird Scheme Against My Brother
He wants me to move in with him. I’m suspicious of his motives—but it sure would be nice not to have to worry about rent.
The Government Might Borrow a Move From Amazon to Turn More Cities Into Seattle
Get ready for HQ2, uh, part two.
My Family Is Furious I Won’t Pay My Brother’s $200,000 Hospital Bill
Years ago, I pleaded with him to get health insurance. Now I’m being ostracized due to his carelessness.
Attacks on Fauci grow more intense, personal and conspiratorial
Conservatives are amplifying attacks on Fauci after the release of his emails. And they’re fundraising off of it too.
Sweeney, Coughlin introduce new bill to end health emergency, limit Murphy’s powers
New Jersey has been operating under a public health emergency for almost all of the pandemic.
Biden admin reveals plans for first 25 million donated vaccine doses
The move comes after months of internal debate and external pressure.
White House weighs sending states’ unused vaccine doses abroad — before they expire
Some spare Covid-19 vaccine doses — including tens of thousands of Johnson & Johnson shots — are set to expire at the end of this month.
Dear Care and Feeding: My Introverted Teen Is Desperate to Be Popular
Parenting advice on popularity contests, cosleeping, and a bullied little sister.
I Had an Explosive Affair With a Co-Worker. Now He’s Back, and Something Has Gone Very Wrong.
He failed to mention one thing in particular.
Help! My Ailing Mother Keeps Accusing Her Black Caregiver of Theft.
I’m torn between taking their job away or subjecting them to racist abuse.
Ask a Teacher: My Daughter Is So Burned Out. Can She Skip Summer School?
Teachers on summer school, summer homework, and divorce.
Biden’s back door to wage hikes
Income growth has been relatively strong, particularly in the last couple of months, despite disappointing overall job growth.
Bargain hunters pounce as Trump condo prices hit decade lows
It’s a stunning reversal for a brand that once lured the rich and famous willing to pay a premium to live in a building with Trump’s gilded name on it.
‘Hard to love it’: Modest job gains leave lingering doubts about recovery
The figure will provide some relief to the White House after the April report, but it’s well short of the pace predicted by many economists earlier this year.