November 4, 1996

This issue came one week before the 1996 presidential election, with coverage analyzing the state of the race and Clinton's campaign tactics. The magazine featured multiple critiques of Clinton's positions on schools, foreign policy dictators, and demagoguery, alongside political commentary on term limits, school choice, and consultant influence. The cover also highlighted Joseph Epstein's essay on writers and their creative blocks, demonstrating the magazine's blend of cultural commentary and political analysis during a pivotal election moment.