Today is the two-year anniversary of the disgraceful verdict by a DC jury against Mark in Mann vs Steyn. Since when, the court reduced the punitive damages from 1M to 5k and sanctioned Mann for presenting false data to that same jury. That sanction - in which the judge determined Michael E. Mann lied to the jury - was upheld recently.
Predictably, Mann has appealed. Not because his case any merit. But, because, as Mark often says - the process is the punishment - and Mann who has had no skin in the game from the very beginning appears to be funded by an unlimited pool of dark sugar daddy money.
Alas, there are no dark sugar daddies here at SteynOnline. This site - this club - this defense of free speech exists because of you, our loyal members. Thank you.
This week we welcomed new, renewing and returning members from Alabama, Alberta, Arizona, Ayrshire, Belfast, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Denmark, Florida, Hampshire, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Ireland, Kansas, Kent, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, London, Louisiana, Manitoba, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, North Yorkshire, Oklahoma, Ontario, Pennsylvania, Powys, South Norfolk, South Yorkshire, Surrey, Sussex, Texas, Virginia, Washington, West Yorkshire and beyond. Some have shared their thoughts below:
Minnesota
Thanks to Mark for his tireless work. I enjoy all he does but especially love the music shows as, more times than not, they unearth a fond memory of my music loving, WWII era dad. Here's to another year! Thanks also to everyone that makes all he does possible. - Julianne
Montana
Michael Mann is **** in so many ways. Mark is principle and profound in even more. Thank-you. - Joe
Ontario
May you overcome Mann vs. Steyn with some sanity remaining! - Michael
Sussex
I'm back for more! - David
One of the benefits of membership in The Mark Steyn Club is access to Mark's ongoing audio adaptation of his bestselling book America Alone: The End of the World As We Know It. In case you missed it, here's last week's episode. A new episode will be available in a few hours time.
Meanwhile, in case you missed it, here's how the last seven days looked at SteynOnline:
~ In Steyn's Song of the Week, Mark gave a nod to Air Force Day in Nicaragua in his exegesis of "Come, Josephine, in My Flying Machine".
~ On Monday, Mark reacted to the recent release of addditional "Epstein files". It was our most read column of the week.
~ Mark posited "Who's Doing This to Us?" in his Tuesday column.
~ Midweek, Mark was back behind the Clubland Q&A microphone fielding questions from Mark Steyn Club members live around the planet on many aspects related to the recent release of additional Epstein files. Here's the action replay.
~ On Thursday, Laura Rosen Cohen shared her round-up of links from around the world.
~ In Friday's column, Mark considered how everything is connected.
~ On this week's edition of Mark Steyn on the Town, we had a wet start to February, a cavalcade of Non-Stop Number Ones, and a groovy sonatina. Plus a diverse range of vocal artistes from Julie London to the Rolling Stones - and Frank Sinatra sings Barry Manilow.
~ Later Rick McGinnis reviewed My Sister Eileen choreographed by Bob Fosse.
A new week begins later today with Steyn's Song of the Week at Serenade Radio at 5:30pm GMT/ 12:30pm ET.
THE MARK STEYN 2026 CRUISE - October 4th-11th
UPDATE: Several cabin categories are now sold out - please book your cabin today to ensure your spot. Want to get a head start on this vacation? Check out Cruise Authority's pre-cruise opportunity for cruisers starting in Montreal here.
Imagine:
Cruising from the picturesque Quebec City to the vibrant streets of New York, with stops at the stunning fjords of Saguenay, the historic charm of Sept-Îles, and the lively culture-rich shores of Halifax.
Exclusive access to live tapings of The Mark Steyn Show and all your favorite Club features – Sunday Poem, Tales for Our Time, and Steyn's Song of the Week.
Enjoying intimate parties and social hours with Mark and his special guests, as well as fellow cruisers who share your passion for meaningful conversation and unforgettable experiences.
Experiencing the timeless elegance and impeccable service aboard the Queen Mary 2 – truly a floating palace.
Spaces for this intimate voyage are very limited, and we want to make sure you don't miss your chance to embark on this journey with Mark and like-minded fellow cruisers from around the world.
Ready to secure your spot or want to chat about the best stateroom options?
Give a call to our Steyn at Sea Cruise Travel Partners at 1-844-340-3350. They'll help you every step of the way.
Or, better yet, click here to book your adventure now.
