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Democracy Dies in Darkness     Most popular right now   Most Read Acts of Faith • Perspective Here's why people hate Joel Osteen It has to do with Christianity. By Kate Bowler  •  Read more » PowerPost • Analysis The Energy 202: We asked Texas Republicans about Harvey and climate change. Only one answered. It was House Science Chair Lamar Smith. By Dino Grandoni  •   Read more »   Right Turn • Opinion Legal challenge to Arpaio pardon begins Trump's pardon power may not be so absolute after all. By Jennifer Rubin  •   Read more »   Harvey crashes into Texas and Louisiana, bringing new waves of punishing rain The storm has been blamed for at least 22 deaths, a toll expected to rise. By Arelis R. Hernández  •   Read more »   Arts and Entertainment • Perspective There was no pretense about Melania Trump's heels. But sometimes, a little pretense helps. Comfort wasn't the point — not hers or yours. She later changed into sneakers. It didn't matter. By Robin Givhan  •   Read more »   ADVERTISEMENT Evangelicals' 'Nashville Statement' denouncing same-sex marriage is rebuked by city's mayor Nashville Mayor Megan Barry condemned the statement, saying it "does not represent the inclusive values of the city & people of Nashville." By Samantha Schmidt  •   Read more »   Even in visiting hurricane-ravaged Texas, Trump keeps the focus on himself He hasn't displayed a lot of skill at displaying empathy," said a former Bush speechwriter. "And that's a problem." By Jenna Johnson  •   Read more »   This miracle weed killer was supposed to save farms. Instead, it's devastating them. The man-made disaster raises serious questions about the state of U.S. agriculture. By Caitlin Dewey  •   Read more »   PowerPost • Analysis The Finance 202: Trump speech will bash rigged system. But tax outline would benefit 1 percent. The president will be in Missouri today. By Tory Newmyer  •   Read more »   Kremlin says it got the Trump Tower email but didn't respond "We don't respond to business topics, that is not our job," said a spokesman for Russian President Vladimir Putin. By Andrew Roth  •   Read more »   Also Popular in Politics   The Fix • Analysis Even Republicans are upset at Ted Cruz for doing a 180 on hurricane relief ""Dead wrong," said New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie (R) of Cruz. By Amber Phillips  •  Read more »   Analysis | Ted Cruz's claim that two-thirds of the Hurricane Sandy bill 'had nothing to do with Sandy' Analysis | What the Harvey deluge would look like where you live Analysis | Was former Arizona sheriff Joe Arpaio's criminal conviction an Obama 'political witch hunt'? Trump would slash disaster funding to the very agencies he's praising for Harvey response Also Popular in Opinions   Houston is paying the price for public officials' ignorance Scientists' warnings were discounted as "anti-development." By Editorial Board  •  Read more »   Yes, antifa is the moral equivalent of neo-Nazis Why are so many white men so angry? A diminutive woman — and a spy who defined courage What more proof of a secret Russian connection do we need? Also Popular in Local   Joel Osteen calls claim he shut church doors on Harvey victims 'a false narrative' Lakewood Church spokesman says the church was flooded over the weekend and taking in evacuees would not have been safe. By Stephanie Kuzydym  •  Read more »   Harvey marks the most extreme rain event in U.S. history A university professor suggested Harvey was karma for Texas Republicans. Then, he was fired. After final landfall, and disastrous rain around Beaumont, Harvey surges inland A woman in labor was trapped by Harvey's floodwaters. Then neighbors formed a human chain. ADVERTISEMENT Also Popular in Sports   Sports • Perspective In crises such as Harvey, you want outdoorsmen on your side The 'Cajun Navy' are rescuing residents of Houston the way they've done in other catastrophes. By Sally Jenkins  •  Read more »   Kevin Durant: Under Armours bad, cupcake-themed Nikes good Perspective | Bad Natitude? Some Montreal fans wish D.C. would leave their Expos alone Browns draw the attention of virtually every other NFL team by cutting cornerback Joe Haden Houston's J.J. Watt has raised $5 million for Harvey relief. Next up: $6 million. Also Popular in National   Harvey makes landfall again in western Louisiana as rain pummels the Gulf Coast The storm has been blamed for at least 22 deaths, a toll expected to rise. By Arelis R. Hernández  •  Read more »   'Where are we supposed to go?' A close-up view of the flooding in Houston Trevor Noah defends Melania Trump's stilettos: 'Who cares?' 'He could hear the kids screaming': Six family members swept away trying to flee Harvey Also Popular in World Analysis | Who blinked in the China-India military standoff? Trump says 'talking is not the answer' with North Korea after Pentagon's latest missile-defense test Transgender ban frozen as Mattis moves forward with new review of options Why a 'pirate' who has tried to stop whalers near Antarctica is stopping As China-India feud ebbs, tiny Bhutan reexamines its place in the world Also Popular in Business With his tax effort in peril, Trump to push Congress for swift action Texas chemical plant in critical condition, raising possibility of explosion ExxonMobil refineries are damaged in Hurricane Harvey, releasing hazardous pollutants Where Harvey is hitting hardest, 80 percent lack flood insurance Kremlin confirms Trump's lawyer reached out about deal Also Popular in Technology Analysis | The rise of the $1,000 smartphone Meet the sometime-streamer: TV watchers who sign up for one show — then cancel Log in now: Here's your last chance to weigh in on net neutrality before the FCC rolls back its rules Uber picked a CEO who has an influential network of relatives across Silicon Valley DOJ is investigating whether Uber broke the law against foreign bribery Also Popular in Lifestyle Perspective | Carolyn Hax: Fishing for feedback about a partner Perspective | Fat, fructose and calories: 5 nutrition 'facts' we used to believe Analysis | This one 'Game of Thrones' character is basically responsible for all the things Resilience isn't just being tough; it's a skill you can develop. Here's how I did it. 8 ways to make the most of a basement apartment Also Popular in Entertainment Perspective | While you were watching summer's biggest TV show, you missed summer's best TV show Is there life after 'MMMBop'? Hanson — yes, that Hanson — turns 25. A giant, inflatable 'Trump Rat' will tower over Washington Is the cash-strapped Newseum facing a final deadline? Steamroller crushes late author Terry Pratchett's hard drive         Share The Post Most:    Twitter     Facebook Trouble reading? Click here to view in your browser. You received this email because you signed up for The Post Most or because it is included in your subscription. For additional free newsletters or to manage your newsletters, click here. We respect your privacy. If you believe that this email has been sent to you in error or you no longer wish to receive email from The Washington Post, click here. Contact us for help. ©2017 The Washington Post, 1301 K St NW, Washington DC 20071