Matthew Yglesias's Blog, page 43

Uh, My Daughter Just Got Animal Control Called to Her School

Parenting advice on animal friends, genetic testing, and extracurricular support.

Help! My Family Is Calling Me a Hurtful Old Nickname Under the Guise of “Mourning.”

My late brother started this when we were kids, and I am extremely over it.

George Santos Denies Defrauding Dog

Also, the dog belonged to a veteran. Who was homeless. And had a broken leg. And the dog had cancer.

OK, I’ll Bite: What Is the Debt Ceiling?

So far, the debt ceiling has always been raised when needed. But this year, it’s expected to get extra messy.

My Boyfriend Rebukes Me Every Time I Try To Surprise Him in Bed

He called it "emasculating."

HBO’s Wokeified Scooby-Doo Reboot Achieves the Impossible

Mindy Kaling can be a divisive figure, but not this time.

The Scariest Thing About M3gan

She mastered a skill that has confounded countless actors before her.

The Silver Lining of the Supreme Court’s Next Harmful Religious Liberty Ruling

A terrible precedent denies workers of faith their rights. But its replacement could be worse.

What Exactly Is Going On With Tesla?

Dana Hull on how Musk has lost control of the Tesla narrative.

Did HBO Get Video Game Adaptation Right With The Last of Us?

Plus, the French film Saint Omer, and the evolution of Roald Dahl’s most formidable villain.