THE HIDDEN POLITICS OF THE CROSSWORD PUZZLE
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✍️ The article is a memoir about the author's experience as a crossword puzzle constructor and editor, exploring the intersection of language, politics, and culture.
👉 The author's experience as a crossword constructor and editor 👉 The intersection of language, politics, and culture in crosswords 👉 The tension between the "apolitical" nature of puzzles and the ways in which they can be used to promote certain values or beliefs 👉 The role of crosswords in shaping language and culture 👉 The author's reflections on the ethics of puzzle-making and the potential for political influence
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