Jonathan L. Wharton

'The U.S. Senate is one of the world’s stodgiest institutions,' writes columnist Jonathan Wharton. So replacing Chuck Schumer is unlikely.

Columnist Jonathan L. Wharton contextualizes the tense political showdown between NY's governor and mayor. 

A professor hosts 'discussions about the approaches of former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger and Presidents Richard Nixon, Bill Clinton and Donald Trump.'

Columnist Jonathan Wharton cancels a trip to CA, but finds himself in 'endless communication' with friends jeopardized by fires.

Columnist Jonathan L. Wharton eulogizes New Haven community leader Johnny Dye, lauding his 'simple and effective approaches'

In weighing low election turnout, columnist Jonathan L. Wharton notes 'urban residents too often have few choices among political parties and candidates.'

Columnist Jonathan Wharton reflects on graduates who leave CT's social confines and housing costs behind to head for major cities.

Jonathan Wharton (opinion): November could deliver a generational awakening

I carefully listened to journalist Eric McDaniel’s recent interviews on NPR and wasn’t surprised to hear his analysis that our current Congress passed only 27 bills through the burdensome and hyper-partisan legislative process. The nation’s legislature is one of the most ineffective institutions in recent history, but that’s because we chose these officials to represent our divisive interests. We’re already a divided constituency so why would Congress prove any differently? In fact, this past ye…

Jonathan Wharton (opinion): What is CT's brand?