An Ambassador Without a Country

Plus: Emma Seligman on making "Bottoms"; the legacy of Coenties Slip; and what kind of witness will Mike Pence be? View in browser | Update your preferences Sunday, August 13, 2023 A Reporter at Large An Ambassador Without a Country The Afghan statesman Zalmai Rassoul is recognized by the governments of the United Kingdom and Ireland—but not by the Taliban. By Steve Coll From the News Desk The New Yorker Radio Hour The Future of Legacy Admissions, and a Conversation with Esmeralda Santiago The U.S. Education Secretary, Miguel Cardona, and the contributor Jeannie Suk Gersen on the movement to end legacy admissions. Plus, Santiago speaks with Vinson Cunningham. With David Remnick Comment What Kind of Witness Will Mike Pence Be? Donald Trump’s former running mate is now not only running against him—he’s set to be the star witness at one of his trials. By Amy Davidson Sorkin Editor’s Pick The New Yorker Interview Why Emma Seligman Decided to Make a Movie About a Queer Fight Club The director of “Shiva Baby” and “Bottoms” on indies, male validation, third-wave feminism, and whether you need to be a dick to be successful. By Naomi Fry Culture Dept. Books The Ramshackle Street That Shaped a Generation of Artists Coenties Slip was run down, abandoned, and severed from the Manhattan scene. A new book argues that it was home to greatness. By Jackson Arn Tables for Two French Pasta Is French Pastry at Libertine Butter and eggs are the secret to several dishes at the new West Village bistro, including Gnocchi Parisienne, Scallops & Seaweed, and chocolate mousse. By Hannah Goldfield Poems “Testimonies” “Only women testify in this strange town.” By Victoria Amelina Poems “Unbroken” “I didn’t know the past was made of horses.” By Nick Flynn Fun & Games Dept. Name Drop Play the Quiz Can you guess the notable person in six clues or fewer? By Matt Jackson Cryptic Crossword The Cryptic Puzzle Has some standard cooked steak: eight letters. By Stella Zawistowski Daily Shouts Classes You’re Allowed to Take in Florida Whether they’re raving about trans people, roasting snowflakes for liking oat milk, or making fun of women, students will finally be able to own the libs. By Skyler Higley and Meghana Indurti Cartoons from the Issue Cartoons from the Issue Funny drawings from this week’s magazine. Thanks for reading. Let us know your thoughts about today’s edition. Plus, browse more newsletters and invite a friend to sign up for The Daily. You’re receiving this e-mail because you signed up for the daily newsletter from The New Yorker. Manage your preferences | View our Privacy Policy | Unsubscribe Copyright © Condé Nast 2023. One World Trade Center, New York, NY 10007. All rights reserved.