Jacob Weisberg's Blog, page 162

I’m a Tenured Professor. What I’m Seeing Now Has Led Me to a Secret Plan.

The university can't know my true motives.

Did Catholics Really Just Pick a Woke Pope to Stick It to J.D. Vance? There’s Some Backstory to Know.

With this quick choice, the conclave spoke for unity.

The United States Must Retaliate Against Whatever Aquatic Demon Is Dragging Its Fancy Fighter Planes to the Watery Depths

Inaction only emboldens the USS Harry S. Truman’s enemies, which in this case include gravity and potentially a giant ocean beast.

Should We Have a Fourth Baby?

Plus: setting boundaries, scheduling oversights, and MIA Rosens.

Slate Crossword: Start of a Story, in Journalist Argot (Four Letters)

Ready for some wordplay? Sharpen your skills with Slate’s puzzle for May 8, 2025.

Why Would Trump Dismantle This Tiny Little Agency That Does So Much Good?

Judges are on the IMLS’ side. But the budget battle is still to come.

I Just Took a Peek at My Teen Daughter’s First Résumé. We’ve Got a Big Problem.

And I think her teacher’s behind it!

Help! Our Guest Bathroom Just Exploded, and My Husband Is on a Mission to Punish the Culprit.

I can’t believe he’s even suggesting this!

Which Term Refers to the Second Stomach of a Bird?

Test your wits on the Slate Quiz for May 8, 2025.

You Can Still Get on a Plane Without a Real ID

There's a simple reason why this deadline never sticks.