Listen to This Article: Don't Let Activists or Robots Choose Your Words
The 2026 AP stylebook has expanded to nearly 500 pages, covering topics such as inclusive storytelling and race-related coverage. This expansion reflects a shift in the meaning of style, with a greater emphasis on politically charged topics. The increase in guidance on sensitive topics has raised concerns about the influence of activists and robots on language and expression.
- ▪The 2026 AP stylebook is nearly 500 pages long, ten times as long as the 1951 edition.
- ▪The stylebook now includes sections on inclusive storytelling, race-related coverage, immigration, and AI.
- ▪The expansion of the stylebook reflects a broader trend of online America seeking to influence language and expression.
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Racket To GoListen to This Article: Don't Let Activists or Robots Choose Your Words11×Preview0:00Current time: 0:00 / Total time: -3:00-3:00Audio playback is not supported on your browser. Please upgrade.Listen to This Article: Don't Let Activists or Robots Choose Your WordsNarrated VersionMatt Taibbi and Racket StaffJul 25, 2026∙ Paid1ShareFrom AI chats to the new AP stylebook to a long list of political crazes, online America is constantly looking for ways to put words in your mouthNarrated by Jared MooreArt by Daniel MedinaText published 06/22/26:Don't Let Activists or Robots Choose Your Words Matt Taibbi·Jul 22The 2026 AP stylebook I just received in the mail checks in at nearly 500 pages, ten times as long as the 1951 edition, 200 pages longer than the 1977 guide.
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