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Baratunde Thurston’s Year 2 Favorites

Chris Christie has nothing to lose with Republicans, but plenty to gain from Democrats.
Peter Hamby • July 24, 2023

Is Chris Christie Entering the Democratic Petting Zoo?

News and notes on the ecstasies and anxieties of the political class: Chris Christie’s ambitions and Elon Musk’s sub-hype victory.
Baratunde Thurston • May 14, 2023
Hollywood’s A.I. Art Heist Problem
Writer, show creator, and WGA Negotiating Committee member Adam Conover shared a summary of the union’s proposals regarding limits on how artificial intelligence could be used.
News and notes on an industry reckoning with a creative and technological revolution.