Our Best Stuff on Venezuela and Minneapolis

Our political words—like ‘conservatism’—actually need to mean something.

Throughout the Cold War, the U.S. showed force to advance interests, not take over land.

Some members of Congress hope to regulate their own social media use this year.

Can we really expect the GOP to make politically risky spending cuts ahead of the midterms?

Conservatives used to argue against political or ideological distortions of markets.

Jonah has a rule about long subtitles.

Has Trump followed through on his campaign promises?

Plus: Trump’s peace board, Syria frays, and cows can use tools.