When governments become large, voters cannot exercise close oversight, otherwise known as political power.

When governments become large, voters cannot exercise close oversight, otherwise known as political power.

Romantic lovers require from each other at least the facade of reason: We desire to be what romantic love makes us appear in the other's eyes. We want to imagine we are deserving of the love we inspire.

Of all the hard jobs around, one of the hardest is being a good teacher.