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Soft power—the gradual changing of social norms—does work, albeit not always in the ways we expect. Why "Just Say No failed yet designated driver became a norm.

Natan Last writes on the history and the current state of crosswords, examining how multiculturalism affects clues and also speaking to Mangesh Ghogre, an Indian-born crossword constructor who recently immigrated to the U.S.

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito made it clear that he'll defend his institution against the Left's attempts to delegitimize it.

And House Republicans react to Hunter Biden's plea deal.

Do you want to be more interesting when you speak or write? You indeed can be if you will consider including an anecdote or two.

Some words have become so overused as to cheapen their meanings.

How can we "keep the Sabbath"? And rather than bear false witness against others, we should address concerns with someone with kindness.

Integrity serves as a compass, keeps you on the right path Integrity: adherence to moral and ethical principles; soundness of moral character; honesty -Random House Webster's Unabridged Dictionary Those who stand for nothing fall for anything. - Alexander Hamilton

Peter Schjeldahl was born in North Dakota and grew up in Minnesota. He found his voice in poetry and turned it to the visual arts, becoming a noted art critic. He also returned home and supported the installation of a controversial statue.

Peter Schjeldahl was born in North Dakota and grew up in Minnesota. He found his voice in poetry and turned it to the visual arts, becoming a noted art critic. He also returned home and supported the installation of a controversial statue.