Opinion | Should You Care About Unvaccinated N.B.A. Players?

On the virtues of ignoring famous people’s irrelevant opinions.

Opinion | The Fed’s Great Dissenter

She has repeatedly voted against the agency’s deregulatory agenda.

Opinion | Want to Change the World? First, Be Still.

Advocacy for the oppressed requires action — but also silence and contemplation.

Opinion | How Our Discussion of Race Becomes Distorted

'Semantic narrowing' isn’t exactly a household term, but maybe it should be.

Opinion | When Is a ‘Majority’ Not Actually a Majority?

The problem of the "constitutional majority" in American politics.

Opinion | How African Countries Can Overcome the ‘Resource Curse’

Eight of the 15 countries with the least diversified exports are in Africa.

Opinion | Why Everyone Is Always Giving Unsolicited Advice

And why, even though I hate it, small talk is so important.

When the Doctor’s Notes Hurt Your Feelings

Are you a “poor historian,” “well nourished” or in need of a “time out”? As patients gain access to their own medical records, the notes left by doctors can sting.

Opinion | When the Rich Rail Against the ‘Elites’

Coastal elites may have power. But so do the wealthy — all over America.

Opinion | When an Angry Old Pol Shakes His Fist at the Internet

‘Insta-greed’ may finally lead to regulation of Big Tech.

Opinion | Wonking Out: Biden Should Ignore the Debt Limit and Mint a $1 Trillion Coin

Now is the time for some courageous gimmickry.

Opinion | It Shouldn’t Take 50 Meetings to Build Some Apartments

How to solve the housing crisis (part 3).

Opinion | Sorry, Stephanie Grisham, You Are Not Redeemed

Telling the truth about the 45th president now doesn’t make up for enabling him then.

Opinion | Why Are Fast Food Workers Signing Noncompete Agreements?

Federal and state governments want to curb this widespread employment practice.

Opinion | Hollywood’s Recovery, Live Events in the Covid Era and Microsoft

The entertainment industry is still grappling with the digital future.

Opinion | What’s Missing From the Conversation About Systemic Racism

Often-cited examples of redlining and police shootings don’t tell such a simple story.

Opinion | Think of Mitch McConnell as a New Jersey Shark

Republicans have learned that sabotage works.

Opinion | How a Princeton Economist Teaches Resilience

Through the pandemic, Markus Brunnermeier conducted remarkable video seminars with leading thinkers in his field.

Opinion | Why We Can’t Quit Muhammad Ali

He’s our favorite combatant-saint.

Answers to Your Questions About Covid Booster Shots

Government scientists have recommended a third dose of Covid-19 vaccine for a select group. Find out if you qualify.