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James Lileks

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National Review

Preston's Summary

James Lileks is a columnist at Ricochet.com. He explores a variety of themes including culture, arts and entertainment, and regional interest, often reflecting on the urban environment of the Twin Cities through his "Streetscape" pieces. Lileks has been featured in numerous publications such as the Star Tribune and National Review, and is known for his unique take on pop culture and social issues.

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Coverage Attributes:

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Informative: 45 %
Opinion: 32 %
Reviews: 10 %
Interviews Q&as: 7 %
Events: 5 %

Themes Covered:

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Most Recent Topics:

  • Internet Culture
  • Pop Culture
  • Subcultures
  • Arts & Crafts
  • Fine Art
  • Urban Art & Street Art
  • Home & Garden

Pitching Insights

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Articles

National Review

Remember 9/12, Too

Remember 9/12, Too

By: James Lileks

A day of fear, grief, and fury. L et's remember 9/12 as well. There were three things that swept over you through the day: Fear, Grief, and Fury.

National Review

AI's Great Big ‘Dumbening' Effect

AI's Great Big ‘Dumbening' Effect

By: James Lileks

Brains are so outdated. ‘I know this guy who works in technology and computers,” said a lunch companion the other day, “and he says there's a 50-50 chance AI destroys humanity in 30 years.”

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Au Revoir, les Enfants

Au Revoir, les Enfants

By: James Lileks

A s we learned again from stories of the rioting in France, you absolutely cannot lament the destruction of a beautiful old building lost to civil

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