An appropriate description of President Donald Trump’s grand strategy has been widely debated. While it has been labeled anywhere from one of “reciprocity” to “illiberal hegemony,” his second term suggests a more volatile reality: “predat...
In 1984, the United States Government Accountability Office (GAO) reviewed a report alleging that federal judges improperly used funds to “influence pending legislation.” Specifically, the concern was that judges might have misused resources allo...
In 1895, following nearly four centuries of colonial rule, Cuba launched its third and final war of independence against the Spanish Empire. Almost immediately, the American population was theatrically captured by the plight of the Cuban people, sway...
One thing that frustrates me about modern American politics is that everyone is always playing it safe. Over the last seventeen years – a period involving a presidential impeachment, a terrorist attack, two major wars, and a financial crisis – ...
One thing that frustrates me about modern American politics is that everyone is always playing it safe. Over the last seventeen years – a period involving a presidential impeachment, a terrorist attack, two major wars, and a financial crisis – ...
Hello, readers! I understand that the Internet is abuzz with dissections of and discussions about President Obama’s State of the Union Address (and the subsequent responses from both the Republican Party and, surprisingly, the Tea Party); however, ...
Hello, readers! I understand that the Internet is abuzz with dissections of and discussions about President Obama’s State of the Union Address (and the subsequent responses from both the Republican Party and, surprisingly, the Tea Party); however, ...
There are cultural moments when I switch into impartial observer, not the usual crazy-eyed denizen, of the blogosphere left. Say, perhaps, when the Commentariat explodes with excitement curiosity regarding whether a Pope might imminently be thrown ...
There are cultural moments when I switch into impartial observer, not the usual crazy-eyed denizen, of the blogosphere left. Say, perhaps, when the Commentariat explodes with excitement curiosity regarding whether a Pope might imminently be thrown ...
In a bitterly divided Washington, there seems to be a real bipartisan push toward substantive immigration reform. Even Republican stalwart Sean Hannity declared himself “evolved” on the issue, and is now in favor of such a pathway. Some House Rep...
In a bitterly divided Washington, there seems to be a real bipartisan push toward substantive immigration reform. Even Republican stalwart Sean Hannity declared himself “evolved” on the issue, and is now in favor of such a pathway. Some House Rep...
Things have been a little slow this week at the Supreme Court, but in the next few weeks the Highest Court in the Land will be hearing some pretty high-profile cases. First, at the February 15 Conference, the Court will consider petitions for cases t...
Things have been a little slow this week at the Supreme Court, but in the next few weeks the Highest Court in the Land will be hearing some pretty high-profile cases. First, at the February 15 Conference, the Court will consider petitions for cases t...
The US Postal Service is what’s wrong with America. I should clarify: the USPS is a microcosm of many of the issues currently confronting our nation. Before we explore those issues, some background on why USPS has found itself in the headlines. The...
The US Postal Service is what’s wrong with America. I should clarify: the USPS is a microcosm of many of the issues currently confronting our nation. Before we explore those issues, some background on why USPS has found itself in the headlines. The...
Scott Brown, the Massachusetts Republican who lost his 2012 Senate reelection bid to Elizabeth Warren, is said to be “leaning strongly toward running” in a special election to replace Sen. John Kerry. Kerry was just appointed secretary of state b...
Scott Brown, the Massachusetts Republican who lost his 2012 Senate reelection bid to Elizabeth Warren, is said to be “leaning strongly toward running” in a special election to replace Sen. John Kerry. Kerry was just appointed secretary of state b...
Hello, readers! And now, for something completely different… this week, I’m reviewing The Oath, written by Jeffrey Toobin. Toobin is a well-known legal analyst who works for CNN and The New Yorker, and he is also a prominent political author. Hi...
Hello, readers! And now, for something completely different… this week, I’m reviewing The Oath, written by Jeffrey Toobin. Toobin is a well-known legal analyst who works for CNN and The New Yorker, and he is also a prominent political author. Hi...
The Rhode Island House approved a bill last week that would permit same-sex marriage in the state. RI, which currently allows civil unions, is the only state in New England not to permit gay marriage. The bill faces an uncertain fate in the RI Senate...
The Rhode Island House approved a bill last week that would permit same-sex marriage in the state. RI, which currently allows civil unions, is the only state in New England not to permit gay marriage. The bill faces an uncertain fate in the RI Senate...
House Republicans signaled they will vote on a three-month hike to the nation’s debt ceiling sometime this week. For those still curious, here’s your primer on the debt ceiling. When will we hit the debt ceiling? We already kind of hit the debt c...
House Republicans signaled they will vote on a three-month hike to the nation’s debt ceiling sometime this week. For those still curious, here’s your primer on the debt ceiling. When will we hit the debt ceiling? We already kind of hit the debt c...
At around 12 noon on Wednesday, President Obama revealed his plan for reducing gun violence in a nationally-televised press conference. His major ideas include 23 executive actions, as well as an outline for congressional action on the issue. Obama c...
At around 12 noon on Wednesday, President Obama revealed his plan for reducing gun violence in a nationally-televised press conference. His major ideas include 23 executive actions, as well as an outline for congressional action on the issue. Obama c...
Last month, the British bank HSBC reached a record $1.92 billion settlement with US authorities over accusations of criminal activity at the bank. This activity included moving money for Iran and helping launder money for Mexican drug cartels. HSBC, ...
Last month, the British bank HSBC reached a record $1.92 billion settlement with US authorities over accusations of criminal activity at the bank. This activity included moving money for Iran and helping launder money for Mexican drug cartels. HSBC, ...