Zeynep Tufekci

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Sociologist and writer on technology, society, and politics. Contributes to The Atlantic and The New York Times.

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Jun 01, 2026

A move, some news, and a new essay on privacy and technology in a post-Roe America

The article explores the implications of privacy and technology in a post-Roe America, highlighting recent developments and their impact on personal freedoms and societal norms.

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Society

May 24, 2026

Still Not Sure Edition: Open Thread 12/19

In this open thread, Zeynep Tufekci invites readers to share their thoughts and uncertainties on current events, fostering a space for discussion and reflection on pressing issues.

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Healthcare

May 24, 2026

Convergent Evidence, Omicron Edition. Open Thread 26/12/2021

Why I believe many of the worst-case scenarios are now off the table

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Society

May 24, 2026

Open Thread: Here's Hoping We Don't Need Luck As Much in 2022, 1/5/2022 edition.

This article reflects on the challenges of 2021 and expresses hope for a more stable and predictable 2022, emphasizing the need for proactive measures over reliance on luck.

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Politics

May 23, 2026

Open Thread 3/12/22: Guns of August Edition

This article explores the implications of gun violence and policy in the context of recent events, encouraging public discourse on the urgent need for reform and community safety.

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Society

May 23, 2026

Sorry! Correction! 3/12

The article addresses the importance of correcting misinformation and the challenges that arise in the digital age, emphasizing the need for accountability and clarity in public discourse.

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Culture

May 23, 2026

Reprint: In Memory of My Grandmother

(This is a reprint of a newsletter I wrote after my grandmother passed away in 2019)

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Healthcare

May 05, 2026

Long Covid, The Long History Version

It's the tip of a long-term scandal in how we approach complex chronic conditions and post-viral syndromes

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Politics

May 05, 2026

On the Alex Jones Verdict: The Very, Very Lucrative World of Lying

My latest piece for the New York Times returns to a key question: how should we grapple with the current historic transformation of the public sphere?

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Healthcare

May 05, 2026

Who should worry about H5N1?

Ideally, not the public, ever. But there's much that needs to be done, now, to keep it that way

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