Beto has a greater resemblance to a jellyfish, floating wherever the current takes him, than to an intentional candidate with intentional ideas.
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Kristallnacht Calls
The significance of Kristallnacht—a turning point in global history—paints a fearsome picture for its 2018 doppelganger.
Neither Grand, Nor Old, But Something New and Nasty
If any lesson should be drawn from contemporary U.S. politics, it is that fear is the staple of the Republican Party.
Restoring the Ethics in Government Act
Everyone is talking about the Special Counsel… but what about the Independent Counsel? Such an office is a better option for the United States’ 2018 needs.
The Iran Deal Goes Nuclear
Iranian President Rouhani said that Iran honors its deals, unlike the United States—a clear slap in the face to U.S. diplomacy and the president.
Big Data: The New War and How to Wage It
The weapons of the future are data, and the Western-led world order must accept this new reality or make room for a new world order.
Something Wicked This Way Comes
Domestic stability and national security go hand in hand with this particular problem, but it seems that few truly understand what is at risk.
The Case for Flexible Inheritance Tax
Adam Smith noted a few centuries ago, “a power to dispose of estates forever is manifestly absurd.”
The Darker Souls of Our Hegemonic Nature
As much as it would be nice to have a messiah to sacrifice their political life to save us all, we do not live in a world where such people exist.
Some Rules Are Meant to Be Changed
Natural born U.S. citizenship, 35 years of age, and... not much else. Is this a problem?
Can Refrigerants Be Sexy?
The U.S. phasing out HFCs alone would account for 9% of cuts pledged in its Paris Agreement contribution.
There Is Opportunity In Every Brexit
A comprehensive deal with the U.K. offers a good opportunity to achieve both. It’s time to start negotiating.
A Case for Presidential War Powers Revision
Like any policy, war powers much be considered within the context and era they are used.
Germany’s Trade Surplus: It’s Structural, Stupid!
We are dealing with a structural problem that stems from the system itself.
Repackaging Neoliberalism: When There's a Con-Artist on the Loose in the White House
Neoliberalism may be here to stay.
Hey, Rural America: Let's Talk About Trump's First 100 Days, Part 2
Arbitror's Alex Kraemer takes a second swing at Donald Trump's first 100 days in office.
On the U.S. Missile Deployment at Shayrat
It seems that Trump has learned nothing from his two most recent predecessors.
The New Administration May Trump Nixon's Scandals
How much do Trump and Nixon really resemble one another?
Trade Trumps All
For a segment of America, globalism and globalization have spelled doom for their lives.