Richard B. Miller
@richardbmiller24sf.bsky.social
Retired Professor U Chicago (2014-24); Indiana University (1985-2014). Interests: ideas, culture, politics; religion, ethics, public life. Also: cycling, animals, film, comedy, hiking, diving, photography
https://voices.uchicago.edu/richardbmiller/.
https://voices.uchicago.edu/richardbmiller/.
Pinned
Call it prayer-washing. That’s all it takes.
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What the US press describes as “radical” Europeans call Tuesday. Americans have little idea about Europeans’ quality of life.
What the US press describes as “radical” Europeans call Tuesday. Americans have little idea about Europeans’ quality of life.
Europeans recognize Zohran Mamdani’s supposedly radical policies as ‘normal’
Critics of New York City’s mayor-elect have said his pledges of free bus service and universal childcare are unrealistic, but in Europe it’s a given
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November 15, 2025 at 5:43 AM
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What the US press describes as “radical” Europeans call Tuesday. Americans have little idea about Europeans’ quality of life.
What the US press describes as “radical” Europeans call Tuesday. Americans have little idea about Europeans’ quality of life.
Former U.Va. President Details Justice Department Pressure That Led to Ouster www.nytimes.com/2025/11/14/u...
Very impressed that Jim Ryan came forward. Don’t let these MAGA lackeys hide. Sunshine always threatens bullies and their minions.
Very impressed that Jim Ryan came forward. Don’t let these MAGA lackeys hide. Sunshine always threatens bullies and their minions.
Former U.Va. President Details Justice Department Pressure That Led to Ouster
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November 14, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Former U.Va. President Details Justice Department Pressure That Led to Ouster www.nytimes.com/2025/11/14/u...
Very impressed that Jim Ryan came forward. Don’t let these MAGA lackeys hide. Sunshine always threatens bullies and their minions.
Very impressed that Jim Ryan came forward. Don’t let these MAGA lackeys hide. Sunshine always threatens bullies and their minions.
Indiana Professor Removed From Class Over White Supremacy Lesson www.nytimes.com/2025/11/13/u...
IU is leading the race to the bottom.
IU is leading the race to the bottom.
Indiana Professor Removed From Class Over White Supremacy Lesson
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November 14, 2025 at 3:48 AM
Indiana Professor Removed From Class Over White Supremacy Lesson www.nytimes.com/2025/11/13/u...
IU is leading the race to the bottom.
IU is leading the race to the bottom.
Say no more. So much for negotiating.
November 11, 2025 at 9:37 PM
Say no more. So much for negotiating.
Judge Criticizes Immigration Agents in Chicago: ‘Use of Force Shocks the Conscience’ www.nytimes.com/2025/11/06/u...
Yes, conscience. Thank you, Judge Ellis!
Yes, conscience. Thank you, Judge Ellis!
Judge Criticizes Immigration Agents in Chicago: ‘Use of Force Shocks the Conscience’
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November 9, 2025 at 6:01 AM
Judge Criticizes Immigration Agents in Chicago: ‘Use of Force Shocks the Conscience’ www.nytimes.com/2025/11/06/u...
Yes, conscience. Thank you, Judge Ellis!
Yes, conscience. Thank you, Judge Ellis!
Republicans Reprise Unfounded Claims of Widespread Election Interference www.nytimes.com/2025/11/04/u...
Yes, interfered with by Reason. Go figure.
Yes, interfered with by Reason. Go figure.
Republicans Reprise Unfounded Claims of Widespread Election Interference
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November 5, 2025 at 3:13 AM
Republicans Reprise Unfounded Claims of Widespread Election Interference www.nytimes.com/2025/11/04/u...
Yes, interfered with by Reason. Go figure.
Yes, interfered with by Reason. Go figure.
Judge Admonishes Border Patrol Leader for Tactics in Chicago www.nytimes.com/2025/10/28/u...
Proud to have had Judge Sara Ellis in classes on religion and ethics during her undergraduate years at Indiana University. She’s holding Trump’s Border official accountable each day.
Proud to have had Judge Sara Ellis in classes on religion and ethics during her undergraduate years at Indiana University. She’s holding Trump’s Border official accountable each day.
Judge Admonishes Border Patrol Leader for Tactics in Chicago
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October 29, 2025 at 2:31 AM
Judge Admonishes Border Patrol Leader for Tactics in Chicago www.nytimes.com/2025/10/28/u...
Proud to have had Judge Sara Ellis in classes on religion and ethics during her undergraduate years at Indiana University. She’s holding Trump’s Border official accountable each day.
Proud to have had Judge Sara Ellis in classes on religion and ethics during her undergraduate years at Indiana University. She’s holding Trump’s Border official accountable each day.
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DJT instructs the US Navy about the power of water to destroy magnets.
DJT instructs the US Navy about the power of water to destroy magnets.
Trump dementia fears intensify following deranged rant explaining water
This isn't the first time the president has claimed that magnets are somehow destroyed by water. In August, Trump also suggested that the global reliance on magnets was some kind of conspiracy orchest...
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October 29, 2025 at 2:25 AM
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DJT instructs the US Navy about the power of water to destroy magnets.
DJT instructs the US Navy about the power of water to destroy magnets.
Reposted by Richard B. Miller
I ❤️ my hometown.
Well done…
Well done…
October 19, 2025 at 5:16 AM
I ❤️ my hometown.
Well done…
Well done…
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7 million Americans + many abroad march in No Kings protest. Virtually no coverage in Sunday’s New York Times. Shameless. Transparent.
7 million Americans + many abroad march in No Kings protest. Virtually no coverage in Sunday’s New York Times. Shameless. Transparent.
Millions across all 50 US states march in No Kings protests against Trump
Crowds of Americans, many in costumes, aligned behind message that US is sliding into authoritarianism
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October 19, 2025 at 4:25 PM
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7 million Americans + many abroad march in No Kings protest. Virtually no coverage in Sunday’s New York Times. Shameless. Transparent.
7 million Americans + many abroad march in No Kings protest. Virtually no coverage in Sunday’s New York Times. Shameless. Transparent.
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/18/o...
You think you might know the South, but these three op-ed writers show how much more there is to learn.
You think you might know the South, but these three op-ed writers show how much more there is to learn.
Opinion | How Southern Politics Shaped Trumpism
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October 18, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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You think you might know the South, but these three op-ed writers show how much more there is to learn.
You think you might know the South, but these three op-ed writers show how much more there is to learn.
Saturday, October 18. Please make your voices heard and bodies present.
October 18, 2025 at 1:09 AM
Saturday, October 18. Please make your voices heard and bodies present.
University of Virginia Won’t Join White House’s Compact for Colleges www.nytimes.com/2025/10/17/u...
UVA faculty (60-2) and administration make the right call, using judicious language.
UVA faculty (60-2) and administration make the right call, using judicious language.
University of Virginia Won’t Join White House’s Compact for Colleges
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October 18, 2025 at 1:00 AM
University of Virginia Won’t Join White House’s Compact for Colleges www.nytimes.com/2025/10/17/u...
UVA faculty (60-2) and administration make the right call, using judicious language.
UVA faculty (60-2) and administration make the right call, using judicious language.
Trump Targets Democratic Districts By Halting Billions During Shutdown www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
Obviously this retribution is totally wrong.Yet people seem to hope that GOP leaders and voters will now rethink their support for DJT. I’m skeptical.
Obviously this retribution is totally wrong.Yet people seem to hope that GOP leaders and voters will now rethink their support for DJT. I’m skeptical.
Trump Halts Billions in Grants for Democratic Districts During Shutdown
The Trump administration has frozen or canceled nearly $28 billion primarily located in Democratic-led districts, according to an analysis by The New York Times.
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October 15, 2025 at 12:42 AM
Trump Targets Democratic Districts By Halting Billions During Shutdown www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
Obviously this retribution is totally wrong.Yet people seem to hope that GOP leaders and voters will now rethink their support for DJT. I’m skeptical.
Obviously this retribution is totally wrong.Yet people seem to hope that GOP leaders and voters will now rethink their support for DJT. I’m skeptical.
My podcast with Prof. Melissa Matthes about her book, *When Sorrow Comes:The Power of Sermons from Pearl Harbor to Black Lives Matter,* on the New Books Network is now available via this link.
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Melissa M. Matthes, "When Sorrow Comes: The Power of Sermons from Pearl Harbor to Black Lives Matter" (Harvard UP, 2021) - New Books Network
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October 11, 2025 at 4:38 PM
My podcast with Prof. Melissa Matthes about her book, *When Sorrow Comes:The Power of Sermons from Pearl Harbor to Black Lives Matter,* on the New Books Network is now available via this link.
newbooksnetwork.com/when-sorrow-...
newbooksnetwork.com/when-sorrow-...
Wildflower Days and Wine-Flowing Nights in Slovenia www.nytimes.com/2025/09/24/t...
I traveled to Slovenia 2 years ago to explore my roots and found a family gravesite in the area of Ribnica. I experienced nothing but wonderful people and spectacular natural beauty.Few Americans there to spoil it.
I traveled to Slovenia 2 years ago to explore my roots and found a family gravesite in the area of Ribnica. I experienced nothing but wonderful people and spectacular natural beauty.Few Americans there to spoil it.
Wildflower Days and Wine-Flowing Nights in Slovenia
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September 24, 2025 at 10:28 PM
Wildflower Days and Wine-Flowing Nights in Slovenia www.nytimes.com/2025/09/24/t...
I traveled to Slovenia 2 years ago to explore my roots and found a family gravesite in the area of Ribnica. I experienced nothing but wonderful people and spectacular natural beauty.Few Americans there to spoil it.
I traveled to Slovenia 2 years ago to explore my roots and found a family gravesite in the area of Ribnica. I experienced nothing but wonderful people and spectacular natural beauty.Few Americans there to spoil it.
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Important policy critique here supported by seasoned expertise about religion, science, and environmental regulations.
Important policy critique here supported by seasoned expertise about religion, science, and environmental regulations.
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September 23, 2025 at 10:33 PM
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Important policy critique here supported by seasoned expertise about religion, science, and environmental regulations.
Important policy critique here supported by seasoned expertise about religion, science, and environmental regulations.
Trump’s Handpicked Prosecutor Takes Over Comey and James Cases www.nytimes.com/2025/09/22/u...
Competed for Miss Colorado.
Competed for Miss Colorado.
Trump’s Handpicked Prosecutor Takes Over Comey and James Cases
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September 23, 2025 at 3:11 AM
Trump’s Handpicked Prosecutor Takes Over Comey and James Cases www.nytimes.com/2025/09/22/u...
Competed for Miss Colorado.
Competed for Miss Colorado.