Kind Heart, Hard Work, Persistence : Rep. John LewisHis resilience and extraordinary goodwill were gifts for all of usJun 1Jun 1
Apple Rescued D.C.’s Beaux-Arts Carnegie LibraryA place built to satisfy a “thirst of the heart for the good, the beautiful and the true” was in need of a new patronMay 24May 24
A Valentine for DemocracyIf you want to protect people’s rights, support good news organizations.Feb 13Feb 13
50 Winters Ruled Well : Congress and the “Beowulf” ProblemA House hearing on artificial intelligence showed lawmakers at their best -- so you probably never read or heard about it.Jan 17Jan 17
French Lessons, Canadian Themes : Emily CarrDespite ridicule, a painter stuck with bold and experimental approaches.Jan 10A response icon2Jan 10A response icon2
Attention, The Real TreasureGreat cities long built defenses to keep invaders out, while allowing welcomed visitors in. We should do the same for our minds.Jan 4Jan 4
Perfume of Frangipani, Christmas Trees on the National MallOne season said farewell, another said “see you soon”Nov 14, 2024Nov 14, 2024
Bitter Trade Wars, Quiet Domestic SceneCenturies of fights among European and Asian nations and cultures underpin Paxton’s tranquil tribute to VermeerSep 7, 2024Sep 7, 2024
Lil Jon and the Tilted News CycleWhat I’m missing in my media feeds — and what I’d like to missAug 30, 2024Aug 30, 2024
Cassatt : More Than Merely PrettyFamiliarity with the painter’s elegant work makes it too easy to overlook her skill, determination and even grit.Aug 25, 2024Aug 25, 2024