Robin Abcarian is an opinion columnist at the Los Angeles Times. She writes about news, politics and culture. Her columns appear on Wednesday and Sunday. Twitter: @AbcarianLAT
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Republicans say journalists shouldn’t be pointing out their lies. But in the era of post-factual MAGA politics, most voters are grateful for the service.
Oct. 6, 2024
The Ohio senator had an advantage over Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz in the vice presidential faceoff: His capacity to grossly misrepresent himself and Donald Trump.
Oct. 2, 2024
Abcarian: What kind of country would kill Marcellus Williams despite questions about his conviction?
The Supreme Court should have stayed Missouri’s execution of the convict last week. A top prosecutor and the victim’s family argued that he should be spared.
Sept. 29, 2024
Abcarian: Why we should care about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s scandalous relationship with a journalist
New York magazine Washington correspondent Olivia Nuzzi was suspended after acknowledging an inappropriate personal relationship with Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Sept. 25, 2024
A new L.A. Unified School District rule banning cellphones in classrooms begins in January. It will improve the learning environment and social interactions.
Sept. 22, 2024
The former president, whose vile rhetoric has no boundaries, sums up his campaign as he tells Americans how he feels about their singing idol.
Sept. 18, 2024
Kamala Harris noted his affinity for autocrats such as Vladimir Putin and Viktor Orban, whom he praised during their debate. Democracy experts share her concern.
Sept. 15, 2024
Kamala Harris’ platform addresses the problem, which is more than can be said for Republicans. History shows we can do much more for working parents.
Sept. 11, 2024
Seriously, folks? Extravagant gender reveals and parties for frozen embryos suggest too many Americans are designing their lives for Instagram and TikTok.
Sept. 8, 2024
The family of the late Isaac Hayes has joined scores of musicians — including Adele, Celine Dion, the Village People and the White Stripes — who have cried foul.
Sept. 5, 2024