American Happiness and Discontents

In American Happiness and Discontents, Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist George F. Will critically examines a tumultuous thirteen years in American society, from 2008 to 2020. Through a series of insightful columns, he tackles the erosion of expertise, reason, and civility in various institutions, delving into contentious Supreme Court cases, historical perspectives on figures like Frederick Douglass and JFK, and offering a sharp critique of modern State of the Union Addresses. This collection combines wit and wisdom, showcasing Will's profound reflections on the state of the nation.