Suggested Readings: Rich Kids, Mean Drunks, and Terrorists
Our pick of stories from around the web that bridge the gap between news and scholarship. Brought to you each Tuesday from the editors of JSTOR Daily.
The Perils of Protectionism
Why does the U.S. continue to pursue policy that doesn't work?
The Importance of Whale Poop
Whales are an important part of ocean biodiversity. So is their poop.
Desegregating Mizzou
It took twelve years and the Supreme Court before the University of Missouri agreed to accept black students.
What Two Tea Parties From the Past Can Tell Us About 19th-Century Domesticity
How domesticity varies by class.
Considering the Sweet Potato
The sweet potato is a New World food that spread around the world, including across the Pacific before the Europeans got there.
Aggression, Ethics, and War in ‘The Big Lebowski’
It's more than just entertainment. It reflects the feelings of an era.
Mystery Science Theater 3000 May Be Coming Back
The smartest dumbest show ever created for television.