The wealthiest Americans have a long history of calling on each other to give away more of their money. In 1889, the steel ...

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Two visions fight for the Democratic Party’s soul as it searches for purpose, direction, and a modicum of popularity.

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Helen Andrews's "Great Feminization" theory suggests women attained positions of influence and then ruined institutions by being themselves.

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Some people have voiced relief or disappointment in seeing their rabbi’s name on the list — or on not seeing it.

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