Issue of November 17, 2008

November 17, 2008

NOVEMBER 17, 2008

THE TALK OF THE TOWN
Victory Speech
A very good night for the English language.
by James Wood


Q. What is different about JWs writing on Obama's speech?

Class Report
A new start for the Greatest Generation.
by Roger Angell
Q. Sobering memories?  Sentimental?  Confessional?  Admirable?

LETTER FROM WASHINGTON
Battle Plans
Finding the right way to run.
by Ryan Lizza

Audio: Lizza joins a roundtable post-mortem of the campaign.
Q. Are RL's conclusions accurate according to other reporting of the campaign?  Is this a story about media as well as politics?  Haven't you had enough yet?

BOOKS
The rise of overparenting.
by Joan Acocella

Q. What are the core causes of overparenting?  Is it really a long-term problem?  If so, solutions?

THE CURRENT CINEMA
“Quantum of Solace.”
by Anthony Lane

Q. Does AL like this Bond?  Does he accurately capture the tone?