David Leheny
@davidleheny.bsky.social
Political scientist at GSAPS, Waseda University. Formerly UW-Madison, Princeton, U.S. Department of State, Stop & Shop. Author of Empire of Hope; The Rules of Play; Think Global, Fear Local (all Cornell UP). Coeditor of Stanford Studies in Asian Security.
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Trump had to act. Maduro didn't respect the results of an election...
January 3, 2026 at 12:05 PM
Trump had to act. Maduro didn't respect the results of an election...
New from Ezra Klein
January 3, 2026 at 12:55 PM
New from Ezra Klein
There's a lot we don't know about what just happened in Venezuela, but the one thing we can be sure about is that this will finally stop the scourge of illegal drugs in the United States.
January 3, 2026 at 12:47 PM
There's a lot we don't know about what just happened in Venezuela, but the one thing we can be sure about is that this will finally stop the scourge of illegal drugs in the United States.
FIFA: "We're going to need a bigger trophy."
January 3, 2026 at 12:12 PM
FIFA: "We're going to need a bigger trophy."
Jazz OTD: The legendary pianist Cedar Walton led a larger-than-usual ensemble through tightly orchestrated, reimagined versions of some of his most famous compositions on January 3-4, 1997, for "Roots." With Mark Whitfield (g) soloing here on this great piece originally for Joe Henderson. #jazzsky
Mode For Joe
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January 3, 2026 at 12:02 PM
Jazz OTD: The legendary pianist Cedar Walton led a larger-than-usual ensemble through tightly orchestrated, reimagined versions of some of his most famous compositions on January 3-4, 1997, for "Roots." With Mark Whitfield (g) soloing here on this great piece originally for Joe Henderson. #jazzsky
For everyone's sake, I hope that the troops let Maduro bring with him enough gold to pay for his inevitable pardon.
January 3, 2026 at 11:12 AM
For everyone's sake, I hope that the troops let Maduro bring with him enough gold to pay for his inevitable pardon.
From today’s David Brooks column, “We’re Living Through the Great Detachment.” If this seems not just badly written but also pointless, I’m betting that at the end he’ll justify it all with “and this is what I said at the Edge Foundation dinner that was included in the Jeffrey Epstein photo dump.”
January 3, 2026 at 10:48 AM
From today’s David Brooks column, “We’re Living Through the Great Detachment.” If this seems not just badly written but also pointless, I’m betting that at the end he’ll justify it all with “and this is what I said at the Edge Foundation dinner that was included in the Jeffrey Epstein photo dump.”
I just realized who Curtis Yarvin reminds me of, particularly given the Right’s interpretation of his semiliterate musings as transcendent wisdom and erudition.
January 3, 2026 at 5:49 AM
I just realized who Curtis Yarvin reminds me of, particularly given the Right’s interpretation of his semiliterate musings as transcendent wisdom and erudition.
Bari Weiss just going all in with these CBS News statements of policy
January 2, 2026 at 11:25 PM
Bari Weiss just going all in with these CBS News statements of policy
Staten Island looking ahead optimistically to the new administration
4 things that could change Staten Island for the worse in 2026 | Opinion
The very character of our borough hangs in the balance.
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January 2, 2026 at 12:16 PM
Staten Island looking ahead optimistically to the new administration
I'm wondering whether the Times editors chopped this very brief review to hell. Aside from obvious mistakes (e.g., "the Baraka") that feel like they were inserted or were the result of careless cuts, I honestly have no idea from reading this whether the movie is worth seeing.
‘The Dutchman’ Review: André Holland Is Lost in New York
www.nytimes.com
January 2, 2026 at 12:11 PM
I'm wondering whether the Times editors chopped this very brief review to hell. Aside from obvious mistakes (e.g., "the Baraka") that feel like they were inserted or were the result of careless cuts, I honestly have no idea from reading this whether the movie is worth seeing.
Jazz OTD: On January 2-3, 1963, Lorez Alexandria - one of my favorite singers of all - recorded "For Swingers Only," and she's in great form throughout. At less than a half hour, it's far too short an album, but full of rewards. #jazzsky
That Old Devil Called Love
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January 2, 2026 at 11:41 AM
Jazz OTD: On January 2-3, 1963, Lorez Alexandria - one of my favorite singers of all - recorded "For Swingers Only," and she's in great form throughout. At less than a half hour, it's far too short an album, but full of rewards. #jazzsky
Jazz OTD: On January 1, 1954 Duke Ellington and His Orchestra recorded their version of “In The Mood,” for some year-opening swing magic. #jazzsky
In The Mood - Duke Ellington
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January 1, 2026 at 8:54 PM
Jazz OTD: On January 1, 1954 Duke Ellington and His Orchestra recorded their version of “In The Mood,” for some year-opening swing magic. #jazzsky
I mean, as soon as they named it the International Van Lines Place I’d Be Most Eager to Move Way From Bowl, it was pretty obvious that Indiana and Alabama would get bids
January 1, 2026 at 2:28 AM
I mean, as soon as they named it the International Van Lines Place I’d Be Most Eager to Move Way From Bowl, it was pretty obvious that Indiana and Alabama would get bids
New York Times - The Best Advice on How to be Happy: Obsess About Those Harvard Faculty Assigning Zadie Smith Books Instead of Jane Austen
The Best Advice I’ve Ever Heard for How to Be Happy (Gift Article)
Tips from experts, astronauts and Cher on finding bliss.
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January 1, 2026 at 1:12 AM
New York Times - The Best Advice on How to be Happy: Obsess About Those Harvard Faculty Assigning Zadie Smith Books Instead of Jane Austen
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Chief Justice John Roberts says Camp Crystal Lake remains "absolutely safe" as counselors arrive for the summer
Chief Justice John Roberts says the Constitution remains "firm and unshaken" with major Supreme Court rulings ahead.
Chief Justice says Constitution remains 'firm and unshaken' with major Supreme Court rulings ahead
Chief Justice John Roberts says that the Constitution remains a sturdy pillar for the country, a message that comes after a tumultuous year in the nation’s judicial system with pivotal Supreme Court decisions on the horizon.
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January 1, 2026 at 12:26 AM
Chief Justice John Roberts says Camp Crystal Lake remains "absolutely safe" as counselors arrive for the summer
Looks like someone needs a darkness retreat
Steelers' Rodgers to ponder 'options,' retirement
Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers, 42, said he hasn't "thought about" a return to Pittsburgh next season, as he has been focused on the Week 18 showdown against the Baltimore Ravens. But he acknowledges that ...
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January 1, 2026 at 12:15 AM
Looks like someone needs a darkness retreat
I mean, not to just totally pile on but we are a day away from MJT insisting that she broke from Trump for his insufficient vigilance against Somali residents, demanding more flamboyant slurs about them.
NEW: "A wise woman once told me: 'People don’t change; they become more-so.'…What makes me hopeful about MTG is that she has not changed.…Her evolution is the result of her taking her fundamental beliefs more seriously. She has become more-so."
www.thebulwark.com/p/why-marjor...
www.thebulwark.com/p/why-marjor...
Why Marjorie Taylor Greene Gives Me Hope
People don’t change—but they can remember who they are.
www.thebulwark.com
December 31, 2025 at 10:48 PM
I mean, not to just totally pile on but we are a day away from MJT insisting that she broke from Trump for his insufficient vigilance against Somali residents, demanding more flamboyant slurs about them.
Tomorrow’s New York Times Marjorie Taylor Greene profile: Why Is the White House Coddling the Somalis?
Friday’s Bulwark Column: Why Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Comments Give Me Hope For Democracy
Friday’s Bulwark Column: Why Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Comments Give Me Hope For Democracy
December 31, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Tomorrow’s New York Times Marjorie Taylor Greene profile: Why Is the White House Coddling the Somalis?
Friday’s Bulwark Column: Why Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Comments Give Me Hope For Democracy
Friday’s Bulwark Column: Why Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Comments Give Me Hope For Democracy
Jazz OTD: The eminent Gunther Schuller conducted the Mingus Big Band for their New Year's Eve show on December 31, 2009 at New York's Jazz Standard, featuring a tremendous lineup of the city's top talents. The show was captured live for this lively, Grammy-winning album. Happy 2026, all! #jazzsky
Moanin'
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December 31, 2025 at 12:53 PM
Jazz OTD: The eminent Gunther Schuller conducted the Mingus Big Band for their New Year's Eve show on December 31, 2009 at New York's Jazz Standard, featuring a tremendous lineup of the city's top talents. The show was captured live for this lively, Grammy-winning album. Happy 2026, all! #jazzsky
Tiger Turns 50, Now Eligible for AARP Driver’s Insurance Discount
Tiger turns 50, now eligible for Champions tour
Tiger Woods turned 50 on Tuesday, making the 15-time major championship winner eligible to compete on the PGA Tour Champions circuit once he recovers from his latest health setbacks.
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December 30, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Tiger Turns 50, Now Eligible for AARP Driver’s Insurance Discount
Man, when I prove to everyone that Stephen Miller is a hypocrite who is clearly misrepresenting US history, it's going to shake MAGA to its core.
December 30, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Man, when I prove to everyone that Stephen Miller is a hypocrite who is clearly misrepresenting US history, it's going to shake MAGA to its core.
I might have recommended watching the migraine-inducing "Avatar: Fire & Ash" for one stupendously funny scene, but since the New York Times has put it on their site with commentary from James Cameron, you can really just watch this instead. I saved you $18 and more than 3 hours - you're welcome.
How a Deadly Bond Develops in ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’
www.nytimes.com
December 30, 2025 at 12:41 PM
I might have recommended watching the migraine-inducing "Avatar: Fire & Ash" for one stupendously funny scene, but since the New York Times has put it on their site with commentary from James Cameron, you can really just watch this instead. I saved you $18 and more than 3 hours - you're welcome.
Jazz OTD: Trumpeter/composer Tom Harrell led a superb quintet - with Wayne Escoffery (ts), Danny Grissett (p), Ugonna Okegwo (b), and Johnathan Blake (d) - for six albums between 2007 and 2013, and the appropriately named "Number Five" finds them in great form. Recorded December 30, 2011. #jazzsky
Tom Harrell - GT
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December 30, 2025 at 12:36 PM
Jazz OTD: Trumpeter/composer Tom Harrell led a superb quintet - with Wayne Escoffery (ts), Danny Grissett (p), Ugonna Okegwo (b), and Johnathan Blake (d) - for six albums between 2007 and 2013, and the appropriately named "Number Five" finds them in great form. Recorded December 30, 2011. #jazzsky