Saturday, 21 May 2022

Friday, 20 May 2022

An Unlikely Man of the People

Kenneth Clark has been unfairly accused of elitism — he wanted to democratize the glories of Western art and make it available to all.



Thursday, 19 May 2022

Gender Ideology’s True Believers

I spent 25 years in a cultish political sect. Trans activists are giving me déjà vu.



Why Success in Canada Means Moving to America

Canada’s modest institutions have lowered the ceiling on creative professionals. Is leaving the answer?



So Who Bought Andy Warhol’s Marilyn for Nearly $200 Million?

The masterpiece was almost certainly acquired by a billionaire collector, but the mystery of which one, exactly, has only deepened in the days since the sale.



What’s Wrong With Identity Politics?

Philosopher Olúfemi O. Táíwò’s new book reclaims the concept from elite power brokers.



Tuesday, 17 May 2022

The Unstoppable Rise of Geek Culture

The cult of Elon Musk reveals some horrible truths about our non-virtual world.



Sunday, 15 May 2022

Orwell’s Humor

The British writer confronted totalitarianism with determination but also with wit and irony.