Daily Dose of Reason
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Why “Autistic Barbie” is a Sick Phenomenon
January 13, 2026"Mattel has introduced an autistic Barbie doll to its Fashionistas line, developed in collaboration with the Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN), to reflect common autistic... read more
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You Can’t Fix Stupid
January 12, 2026The only political solution is to stop fighting. In other words: Demand to be left alone; and respect the equal right of others to be... read more
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Indictments are Getting Tired
Fed Chairman Jerome Powell under criminal investigation? It may seem like something to cheer. But whatever he may be guilty of, the indictment will evaporate... read more
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It’s Time to Give Up Arguing With Leftists
January 11, 2026Leftist: "ICE is evil. An ICE officer murdered an innocent civilian woman in Minneapolis." "Wasn't the woman you call innocent trying to run over the... read more
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If You Want Affordability, Socialism is a Disaster
January 10, 2026It seems to me that if "affordability" is your primary goal, you would support steps such as: lower taxes (passed along by companies to individuals);... read more
Life's a Beach
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Coping with ‘Post-Christmas Letdown’
January 7, 2026One of my favorites from the classic “Peanuts” comic strip is where the eternally grumpy Lucy Van Pelt... read more
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New Year’s Resolutions: How to Make Them STICK
December 31, 2025The New Year can be an opportunity to organize your schedule and prioritize your goals. But some get... read more
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Why Holiday Togetherness Can Magnify Tensions
December 24, 2025‘Tiz the season! We all love the holiday camaraderie, but sometimes people will set their holiday expectations very... read more
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Honesty: Not Just for Virtue, But for Mental Health
December 17, 2025Just when I start to wonder if my 20 years of writing this column has been worth it,... read more
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How Do You Feel About Gift-Giving?
December 10, 2025It’s that time of year again, and so many people tell me how the process of gift selection... read more















