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Dec 17, 2020Liked by Timothy Noah

marjorie williams was my favorite writer of profiles. Twenty years old [her story, i mean] and she got it so right. She was the best.

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Dec 17, 2020Liked by Timothy Noah

I did feel somewhat endeared to Melania for her Christmas comment. And even Trump can unwittingly make me smile for a nanosecond with his utter disinterest in military matters (except for maybe envisioning an awesome parade). But, basically, we want our own version of the Royals. Hillary didnt win points drafting a massive health care proposal while Bill was doing what-all with Monica. I felt, weirdly, similar feelings in both cases. (Like: Did I agree to this?This is outside the job description.) We’re the rabble and as such are fascinated by pageantry and weird habits. Maybe that will change in my lifetime.

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