Three Notes

It's strange that the columnist I agree with the most is a conservative, but I think David Brooks is outstanding. I think I'm going to make my students all read the column he wrote today about respecting institutions. It's a beautiful piece. They should read it.


And with that notion of respect in mind, John Updike, the absolutely outstanding writer, died today. Last week, Andrew Wyeth, who had been my favorite living painter, passed away. What a debt we owe those two men.

I just wanted to say that.