The selection of Paul Ryan has intensified the fight between conservative and liberal Catholics, but branding politicians as “un-Christian” can be bad religion
Paul Ryan’s Grand Vision
Maybe the GOP’s vice-presidential pick has a plan for the well-off, but what about everyone else?
Why Gadgets Are Great for Introverts
Critics argue that wireless communication is a poor substitute for social interaction, but our wired world gives voice to the quieter half of the population
Brilliant: The Science of SmartBusiness & Tech
Workplace Woes: The ‘Open’ Office Is a Hotbed of Stress
Lack of privacy is the least of it. Research shows that open-plan offices sap motivation and create “cognitive load”
Gastrocrats Beware: Luxury Foods Aren’t Worth It
Very few of us can actually appreciate the most expensive dishes and ingredients
Is Paul Ryan’s Budget ‘Un-Christian’?
Jesus believed in a tax rate of at least 50 percent. So how does Paul Ryan’s budget proposal stand up?
Who Is the Better Communicator: Romney or Obama?
An analysis of the candidates’ speeches reveals some important linguistic distinctions
Take Hate off the Plate
A renowned chef (and fried-chicken fan) responds to Chick-fil-A’s opposition to gay marriage
Paul Ryan: An Inspired Choice That Says “We Can Fix This”
Romney’s surprising selection has galvanized a Republican party that was starting to despair
Is Your Car Being Tracked by a License-Plate Scanner?
The government can now track your movements when you drive and, over time, put together a profile of how you lead your life
Why the Ryan Pick Won’t Bring Clarity to the Budget Debate
The candidates won’t dare talk about the difficult choices that will have to be made to reduce the deficit
Cartoons of the Week: August 4–10
More gun violence afflicts America, while NASA sends Curiosity to Mars
Have We Turned A Blind Eye To Domestic Terrorism?
In the United States, some types of hate are more tolerated than others
