Tim Snyder
Cognoscenti contributor
Tim Snyder is a freelance writer, commentator and essayist based in Boston. His work focuses on current issues in public policy and culture. He blogs here.
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A Chapel's Lasting Legacy, And A Priest's Valuable Advice
Having a marriage that outlived its church still feels odd, writes Tim Snyder. But even after the site is redeveloped beyond recognition, we’ll still pause and reflect on the lesson...
Donald Trump And The Future Of 'Post-Truth' America
In a post-truth world, feelings are fact, writes Tim Snyder.
Dakota Access Pipeline Protests Showcase The Best And Worst Of Us
One could follow the Standing Rock developments and see either the seeds of a dystopian future or a much-needed glimmer of hope. Sometimes both.
A Recount Won't Change The Election Outcome, But Here's Why It's Still Important
Failing to get to the bottom of the rigged election rumors make it too easy to dismiss 2016 as a fluke, writes Tim Snyder.
Decision 2016, And The Morning After In America
Rest assured, neither outcome will be a triumph of democracy or the end of it.
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The Trump Party's First Candidate: Curt Schilling
Low-information voters will form the base of the Trump Party’s support, writes Tim Snyder. Schilling seemed to claim this as a badge of honor.
Massachusetts' Potholes, And The Pitfalls Of A Proposed Tax On Millionaires
A proposed tax on incomes over $1 million will fund Massachusetts schools and infrastructure. Unless, of course, it won't.
Oil For Security? It's Time to Reevaluate America's Alliance With Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia has long been a cornerstone in America’s Middle East strategy. Should it still be?
Princeton, Woodrow Wilson And The Complex Legacy Of Race In America
If Wilson's name were to be removed at Princeton, would the students, faculty and staff there be closer to racial equality?
With Syria Pull-Out, Russia Scores Its First Win In The New Cold War
The withdrawal of Russian troops from Syria will bring to a close the brief era of cooperation between Moscow and the West. Unfortunately, what the West paid for that cooperation...