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Forget "MeToo" -- we're in the "Zombie Epstein" era

July 11, 2026

In light of recent events, a lot of people have asked me to opine on what stage of “MeToo” we must currently be in. Sorry to quibble, but I think the premise of the question is off — it’s been nearly a decade since “peak MeToo,” which should be considered its own distinct era at this point, and one that occurred in the past. It would shortchange all that is peculiar to 2026 to label it merely an extension of 2017. “MeToo” remains a relevant antecedent, sure, but the term no longer best captur...

What advice would I give Graham Platner?

July 10, 2026

Somehow I unwittingly got roped into doing four separate podcast/TV appearances today, so that’s dominated my itinerary. I figured I would re-post to Substack the livestream I did earlier this evening on the Platner affair. You’ve likely heard that he announced he “intends” to withdraw his Senate candidacy — although as of this afternoon, he had not yet formally done so. And who knows, “intentions” can be fickle. But should the coerced withdrawal be finalized, this will go down as perhaps the...

A livestream review of "Communion," the historic new treatise by JD Vance

July 06, 2026

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.mtracey.netI have an actual written review in progress as well. But here’s a sweet, sweet first taste. Praise god.