MEET YOUR HOST
Anton Hawke
Warm welcome. Raised eyebrow. One more question before you make up your mind.
Anton Hawke is an editorial pen name for original VoteMe commentary. The point of view has a byline; the factual reporting has sources. He brings a take. You’re welcome to bring a different one.
THERE’S ROOM FOR ANOTHER POINT OF VIEW.“I love a strong opinion. I just like it to have met the evidence first.”
— Anton Hawke
FROM THE COLUMN
Commentary, clearly labeled.Reality TV / OPINION
“A meme is not a marriage proposal. It is also a terrible substitute for a conversation. Somewhere between “I can text whoever I want” and “submit your phone for inspection,” there is a grown-up sentence trying to get out.”Read the full context
Style / OPINION
“Teyana brought a cape. Rocky brought a parka with evening plans. Both made a case for dressing like you meant to leave the house. The rest is taste, which remains gloriously unavailable by committee.”Read the full context
Culture / OPINION
“An Oscar is a very elegant opinion with a base. Respect the achievement. Keep your own taste. The Academy is not coming round to explain why your friend hated the film you sold as “absolutely their thing.””Read the full context
Anton’s voice is part of the first edition and will keep developing. The opinions here are editorial commentary, not quotations from the people covered.