Jacob Weisberg's Blog, page 248

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The Republican Party’s Constituency Has Changed. They Aren’t Acting Like It.

The congressional majority has a priority. It would be really bad for their constituents.

My Husband Told Me That One of Our Kids “No Longer Seems Important to Me.” The Reason is Absurd.

I don't know how I could possibly do better.

A Rumor About Elon Musk’s Penis Won’t Die. Unfortunately, I Found Out What That Would Look Like.

Lots of people get this procedure done. It doesn’t always go as planned.

He Went From Comedy Royalty to, Now, a TLC Reality Show. What Happened?

The Baldwins covers the Rust shooting trial, Hilaria’s Spanish accent, and family togetherness.

I Married a Former German Politician. Here’s What He Thinks of That Election.

Did the country lurch far right? It’s complicated.

The Menace in Gaza That’s Still Terrifying All of Us Here

The ceasefire stopped the war. Now we’re suffering from another deadly threat.

My Co-Workers Keep Having Flirtatious Lunches. It’s On Me to Stop Them.

It's bound to cause a scandal.

It’s a Warm Winter Day. Is There a German Word for That?

The nice weather is great—and a little unsettling.

Help! I Thought My Wife Had Made Peace With Our Decision Not to Have a Baby. Well, Turns Out She Lied.

I feel like I'm living with a stranger.