New symbols are being designed; old marks are serving new purposes. And collectives are actively working to preserve the correct use of the dots and squiggles.

We’re using semicolons less and less; the apostrophe still stumps most of us. Meanwhile, @, #, :, ) have taken on new meanings. Take a look.

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How Trump has made his mark in politics and in our minds.

His letter to recently naturalized citizens offers a glimpse into his vision of what it means to be an American.

Many letters to the editor quote Scripture to justify their beliefs. The MAGA cult often justify their positions as “ordained” by Jesus … Trump being the model of Christ in action.

This letter is in response to President Donald Trump’s recent statement following Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension: "When you have a network and you have evening shows and all they do is hit Trump. That’s ...

I just hope all teachers from now on try to practice what they teach. It seems some just aren’t smart enough to realize this. Matt Janes ...