Why Americans Binge on Prince Harry vs. the Royals Why Americans Binge on Prince Harry vs. the Royals
The world is full of serious strife. What peace there is could shatter. It’s nice to follow one dispute. That doesn’t really matter.
Jan 26, 2023 / Column / Calvin Trillin
George Santos George Santos
George Santos invented an alternate life, With chutzpah we’ve seen only rarely. Mendacity in all his statements was rife. He beat Trump in lying, though barely.
Jan 10, 2023 / Column / Calvin Trillin
Exit Trump? Exit Trump?
Some Washington types say that Trump’s here for good; He’ll handle those setbacks just fine. But some say they’re certain that soon he may go, And not with a bang but a whine.
Dec 27, 2022 / Column / Calvin Trillin
Winners Winners
Among the people Trump will not denounce, Who’s leading now for statements that appall us? The race remains quite close, but in the lead It’s Ye and his pal Fuentes über alles.
Dec 13, 2022 / Column / Calvin Trillin
The Agenda of House Republicans The Agenda of House Republicans
We said when we ran that we’d make this place great. We’ll honor that pledge, but right out of the gate, Inflation, the border, will just have to wait. We need to nab Hunter before…
Nov 29, 2022 / Column / Calvin Trillin
Supply-Side Economics Strikes Again Supply-Side Economics Strikes Again
We bid farewell to poor Liz Truss. Her economics caused a fuss. Supply-side loyalty prevails. Despite the fact it always fails. Liz thought that wealth would downward trickle. That…
Nov 1, 2022 / Column / Calvin Trillin
Gallia Est Omnis Divisa in Partes Tres Gallia Est Omnis Divisa in Partes Tres
NYU organic chemistry professor fired after students complain that his course is too difficult.—News reports A pity that she’s now beneath the soil. She rests in peace, where one c…
Oct 18, 2022 / Column / Calvin Trillin
A Farewell to Arms A Farewell to Arms
(Draft-age Russian male version)
Oct 4, 2022 / Column / Calvin Trillin
The New King The New King
As prince, King Charles tried not to act Like some aloof high-muck-a-muck. He spoke his mind, like common folk. So please feel free to call him Chuck.
Sep 20, 2022 / Column / Calvin Trillin