We banned the kind of extreme firearm used in Aurora, Colo., once. It’s time to do so again
Cartoons of the Week: July 14–20
A tragedy strikes Colorado, but the finger-pointing continues
Don’t Blame Batman for the Aurora Shooting
In a rush to make sense of this tragic event, we are focusing too much on superficial detail
Breaking Bad and the Downfall of the White ‘Anyman’
The sublime show speaks to the anxiety of the modern white American male who is in danger of losing his grip on power
Why Bain Matters
It’s not just the tax returns. It’s short-term profits vs. long-term investments
Why I’m Standing By Huma Abedin
Her fan club is growing. Here’s why I count myself among its members
Baseball’s Hall of Fame Still Matters
After all the scandals that have beset baseball, the Hall of Fame still sets a high standard
Marissa Mayer: Irrelevant “Superwoman” or Agent of Change?
Mayer faces a unique opportunity to remake her workplace and lead her employees in a great experiment of making Yahoo more family-friendly
Who Should Romney Pick For Vice-President?
The Republican strategist and Democratic pollster in their biweekly face-off about Election 2012
Greek Yogurt Haters, Unite! We Have Nothing To Lose But Some Bacteria
The high-protein, probiotic white stuff is taking over the world, but why does anyone like the way it tastes?
Born to Be Bright: Is There a Gene for Learning?
New research has identified genetic markers associated with academic achievement — and failure
The Prius Paradox: We Can’t Buy Our Way Out of Environmental Problems
“Green” living isn’t enough. We need to do “green” thinking
Why Birth Control Matters for the American Dream
Unwed mothers are now more likely to slip down the economic ladder than ever before