Letters to the Editor

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‘The Very Real Insanity of College Admissions’
Readers offer suggestions and personal stories in response to two guest essays.
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Donald Trump, ‘a Clear and Present Danger to All’
Readers fear “tyranny,” dread election night and offer Trump-Induced Anxiety therapy. Also: Justice Alito’s upside-down flag; debate rules; marriage penalties.
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Justices Speak, and Are Greeted With Dissent
Readers discuss appearances by three of the justices at recent conferences and graduations. Also: Forms of oppression; G.O.P. hypocrisy on antisemitism.
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A ‘Changed Landscape’: Voices From Israel
Three Israelis offer their perspectives on the war. Also: Trump cheerleaders; rooting for A.I.; bipartisan action; playing catch; ban on apostrophes.
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Ethical Lapses in the Medical Profession
Readers discuss a guest essay by a doctor calling for changes in the medical culture. Also: Columbia donors; a Florida bookstore; a balloon release ban.
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Does Mindfulness Training Lead to Better Mental Health?
Responses to an article in Science Times. Also: Teaching about hate; the International Criminal Court and the Israel-Gaza war; nonpartisan House speakers.
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Women at Work, and With Their Families Too
Readers respond to a guest essay about mothers and careers. Also: Mythologizing Donald Trump; a mental health tragedy; offshore drilling.
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Reading and Protesting on Campus
Readers discuss a column by Ross Douthat.
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A Rise in Anti-China Sentiment in America
Readers discuss a troubling trend. Also: Rights at risk; the takeover at Columbia; Beethoven’s legacy; PEN America; Donald Trump’s empty oath.
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Stormy Daniels vs. Donald Trump
Readers discuss her testimony, urge live TV coverage and cite a parable. Also: A judge’s bias; Marjorie Taylor Greene; R.F.K. Jr.; teen depression and smartphones.