The Strange, Empathetic Allure of Andy Beshear The Strange, Empathetic Allure of Andy Beshear
The potential Democratic hopeful for president is not a socialist. But he has a folksy demeanor and moral compass.
Nov 7, 2026 / Grace Byron
The Jewish Case Against AI The Jewish Case Against AI
Haredi rabbis and the secular left agree: This technology is a threat to the entire social fabric.
Oct 22, 2026 / Grace Byron
A Message From Prairieland Prisoner Autumn Hill: “Don’t Be Afraid” A Message From Prairieland Prisoner Autumn Hill: “Don’t Be Afraid”
I talked to the political prisoner about the politics of love, her case, surviving as a trans woman in a men’s prison, and how she makes it through the day.
Sep 25, 2026 / Grace Byron
Growing Up With “Girls” Growing Up With “Girls”
Lena Dunham and her generation enter midlife.
Aug 13, 2026 / Books & the Arts / Grace Byron
The Troubled History of DIY Trans Healthcare The Troubled History of DIY Trans Healthcare
Trans people have been going underground to access care for generations. But that doesn't mean DIY networks are a large-scale strategic answer to transphobia.
May 6, 2026 / Grace Byron
The Endless Hypocrisy of Bari Weiss The Endless Hypocrisy of Bari Weiss
She claims to be a free speech champion. But as her actions at CBS News keep showing, she seems to think free speech should run only in a rightward direction.
Mar 4, 2026 / Grace Byron
Notes on Transsexual Surgery Notes on Transsexual Surgery
An abundance of plastic surgery is not a net good. But discussions over its morality would be better off viewing it less as unfettered desire and more as self-determination.
Jan 17, 2026 / Grace Byron
Feminism Against Itself Feminism Against Itself
Sophie Lewis grapples with the ways the feminist movement has harbored prejudices and abetted wrongdoing in Enemy Feminisims.
Mar 27, 2025 / Books & the Arts / Grace Byron
The Trans Cult Who Believes AI Will Either Save Us—or Kill Us All The Trans Cult Who Believes AI Will Either Save Us—or Kill Us All
What the Zizians, a trans vegan cult allegedly behind multiple murders, can teach us about radicalization and our tech-addled politics.
Mar 13, 2025 / Grace Byron
Can Zohran Mamdani Really Win? Can Zohran Mamdani Really Win?
The socialist New York City mayoral candidate has galvanized support with an energetic, creative campaign. Will it be enough?
Mar 11, 2025 / Grace Byron