The Spectator
The Spectator, Cockburn | The SpectatorThe oldest magazine in the English language. In the UK since 1828, in the US since 2018.
| Platform |  | Pricing | Only free issues | Publishes | Twice weekly |
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| Issues | 88 | Founded | a year ago | Last Issue | 11 days ago |
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When is a Post Opinion not a Post Opinion?
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The Washington Post recently published two op-eds by Scott Greer, “a writer who years ago expressed racist and antisemitic views for an online white-supremacist publication,” according to Politico. For context: Greer wrote for Rich...
The future of the Trump-rebranded institutions lies in court
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Since Donald Trump retook office in January 2025, Washington has experienced significant upheaval in its institutions. The United States Institute of Peace underwent a DoGE takeover that involved federal police o...
Where to watch the World Cup in DC: Cockburn’s comprehensive guide
Christian Pulisic of the US men’s national team tackles Joshua Kimmich of Germany during a pre-World Cup friendly match (Getty)
The World Cup begins this week, and Americans have been celebrating as only we know how: by fighting Europeans...
Five suggestions for new 60 Minutes hosts
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Starting a new job is never easy, but Nick Bilton, the new executive producer of 60 Minutes, has had an extra rough first two weeks after firing veteran correspondent Scott Pelley on Tuesday. Lesley Stahl, Jon Wertheim and Bill Whi...
Trump endorses AWOL congressman Tom Kean Jr.
Representative Tom Kean Jr. of New Jersey (Congressional picture)
Today is a big day for the 2026 midterm season, with primaries in California, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico and South Dakota. While the national media’s attention is...
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