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Three new reports give some surprising reasons for optimism.

What it means that MAGA's favorite strongman is out of a job.

A psychology professor makes the case for hope.

How society convinced us that childbearing is morally wrong without a fat budget.

Introducing America, Actually -- a new kind of political podcast for a country redefining itself.

The community that underpins Heated Rivalry, explained.

What the Iran war is doing to the economy, briefly explained.

Are we paying for infrastructure we won't need?

Avignon-gate, the scandal blowing up MAGA-Catholic relations, explained.

Toughing out that awkward silence can help deeper issues come to the surface.