| A few months ago, former secretary of state Madeleine Albright sat down to reflect on the general condition of things and to ponder briefly what matters most in life. Her thoughts were destined for the afterword of the new paperback version of her most recent book, "Hell and Other Destinations: A 21st Century Memoir," which is due in April. But after her death on March 23 at age 84, we were offered an opportunity to publish some of those reflections, and we did so online yesterday and again this morning in the print edition of the newspaper. Here is a sample: "I have always preferred doers to idlers, whiners and excuse-makers. As I have written, introspection is hardly my strong point, but as the author now of three memoirs, I have had numerous chances to reflect on what I have seen, felt, thought and done. In assessing myself, I have tried to be honest without overdoing it. People intent on finding fault with me can do their own research. I have, however, admitted to an array of shortcomings including pride, ambition, fits of hot temper, occasional bouts of insecurity, and an affinity for sweets." Madeleine Albright's last piece for us holds other insights; all are wise, inspiring — and feisty.  (Florion Goga/Reuters) We will need to be gutsy and resourceful. So will our leaders. By Madeleine K. Albright ● Read more » | | | The chief justice knows credibility is earned over decades and damaged in a day. By David Von Drehle ● Read more » | | | | The agency correctly pivoted to individual decision-making. By Leana S. Wen ● Read more » | | | | As the pandemic crushed the economy in early 2020, the government rightly chose speed over security in dispensing aid. By Megan McArdle ● Read more » | | | | Sexual perversion is everywhere, they say, but only Democrats are supposed to be blamed. By Paul Waldman and Greg Sargent ● Read more » | | | Yet another unsatisfactory Supreme Court nomination hearing proves the process is broken beyond repair. The Senate Judiciary Committee should scrap it. By Charles Lane ● Read more » | | | | It's bad relationship advice. By Helaine Olen ● Read more » | | | | The Oscars should have showcased American diversity. American violence stole the spotlight. By Michele L. Norris ● Read more » | | | | We're always trying to show what team we're on. By Molly Roberts ● Read more » | | | | It's bizarre to watch an industry in decline dedicate its biggest night to mocking its own products. By Sonny Bunch ● Read more » | | | | Guess which media organization was working overtime on the production line? By Erik Wemple ● Read more » | | | |
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