The Republicans backing Trump again would be the definition of insanity. Who said that, you ask. A Democrat perhaps? Or a journalist? An academic? No,…

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The Prince of darkness. Thus was Dick Cheney, one of the most unpopular figures in the history of American politics, known when he was George…

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Former U.S. President Trump (how pleasing to say “former”) was not a fan of the World Health Organization (WHO). In fact, he had withdrawn his…

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Is Donald Trump a fascist? He has been accused of being one, including by me in previous posts, but the left is inclined to label…

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I have always been intrigued by people’s tendency to believe what they want to believe rather than what the facts are telling them, to believe…

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I am surprised and disappointed at those Republicans who support Trump to the point of rejecting the will of the American people and even democracy…

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We can draw an interesting comparison between two politicians currently concerned that the long arm of the law may catch up to them upon leaving…

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Up until four years ago I assumed that democracy was not only strong, it was invincible. At least in the Anglosphere. Why wouldn’t I? During…

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Donald Trump is for real. His victory in 2016 was no fluke. He got more votes this time, including more support from Republicans, the party…

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In 2016, Americans embarrassed themselves by electing Donald Trump as their president. Then Trump took over and has embarrassed them ever since. If they want…

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Now would seem to be the moment for China’s star to shine. It has gained control of the coronavirus pandemic rapidly and effectively, and it…

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As a committed democrat, I would dearly love to be able to convince doubters of democracy’s superiority by pointing to its leaders. And in the…

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