Latest articles by Amanda Taub
The political science that explains Donald Trump.

The new era of American authoritarianism.


The chase is on, with Philip and Elizabeth’s deepest secrets on the line.


He implored her to slow down. She didn’t.


When women have to avoid controversy in order to avoid online abuse, we all lose.


A corruption scandal threatens to topple South African President Jacob Zuma and tear the African National Congress apart. But the crisis also holds surprisingly good news for South African democracy.


Consider this a spoiler warning.


“If there are things that have to be done, do them quickly”: the US role in Argentina’s dirty war.


This isn’t a problem with one particular politician. It’s a problem with American politics.


“We refuse to be part of a system that has no regard for humanitarian or protection needs.”