Who Are the Independent Voters?
The voting patterns of actual independents have long been a topic of study. Who are they, and how do they actually vote?
How Hulk Hogan v. Gawker May Change the Face of Journalism
The recent Gawker vs. Hogan spat is the latest in the long history of journalism, free speech, gossip, and the law.
Putting a Price on a Life
If you have a life insurance policy, that means your insurance company pays your beneficiaries when you die, ...
Dispatch from Jaipur Literary Festival 2016: The Greatest Literary Show on Earth
The JLF brings together writers from all over the world for readings, lectures, discussions and celebration at the Diggi Palace in Jaipur, India.
The Return of Debtors’ Prisons
New lawsuits allege that court officials are jailing people who fall behind on payment of court fees and fines, leading to a resurgence of debtors' prisons.
More Hipster Than Thou: Is Vintage Language Back in Vogue?
A look at the recent boon in archaic terms and its relationship to "hipster" culture.
What Mid-20th Century Gynecologists Were Taught About Female Sexuality
Gynecologists of the past would be shocked by today's insights on female sexuality.
Population Studies for the Genealogist
Estimating the accuracy and depth of the records is just one insight genealogist's gain from population studies.
The Value of Women’s Colleges: A View from the 1930s
Sweet Briar College's decision to shut its doors has put a spotlight on the decline of women's colleges.
Why Do White-Collar Criminals Do It?
Former Tyco CEO and infamous white-collar criminal L. Dennis Kozlowski recently ended his parole