The Washington PostDemocracy Dies in Darkness

I witnessed a catastrophic natural sight — and it provided lessons for our current political moment

Humans, like moths, sometimes seek the worst possible solutions

Perspective by
Lily contributor
November 1, 2020 at 9:15 a.m. EST

In June, I witnessed huge moths fly into a campfire. The disorienting sight made me reflect on our current political moment, and I realized that maybe people can learn something from them.