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Iran’s Bad Options

At most, Iran can hope to wound America or Israel when attacked. But its own weapons can never win a war.

Anti-Semitism Is Poison for the Palestinian Cause

No good will come to the pro-Palestinian movement from any association with violent attacks.

Stephen Miller Is Going for Broke

The White House aide equates opposition to Trump’s agenda with terrorism—and pushes for the use of state power to suppress it.

As Money Rushed In, ICE’s Rapid Expansion Stalled Out

Immigration arrests have declined and jail overcrowding is worse despite billions in new funds.

The Supreme Court Is Giving Liberals an Opportunity

Religious accommodation is central to living in a pluralist society.

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