Politics and law properly understood
Even if Trump’s appearance on the scene dismays many, we can be grateful for his daily reminders that “he alone can fix things.” That is the voice of power, not law.
Category Archives: Revolution
Bedrocks of politics
Sometimes an ordinary word, due to its context or what you might have on your mind at the time, strikes …
My problems with the FBI and Democratic party
When you stand proudly with the foremost agency of an outlaw security state, you gain something else that guarantees defeat: scorn. So shake it all off, Democrats. You still have time, if you act now.
Brexit wins, will New England be next?
Boston is not as radical as it was in 1775, but you can never tell if it might return to its radical roots with a little encouragement. If it did, we might reverse the effects of the American Revolution, and reunite with our brethren across the pond!
What happens to people who reveal classified information
Edward Snowden exiled in Moscow, Julian Assange jailed in London, and Chelsea Manning jailed in Virginia remind all of us every day what happens to people who reveal classified information.
No impeachment is ordinary
The United States did not cease to be a liberal democracy with the rise of Trump, and Trump’s dismissal would not save our country now.
Problems with political language
“Fake news is a hoax.” Think about that one for a while. Before long you’ll ask, “Is a hoax a …
Encourage fellow optimists
So we need not become discouraged. If you tire of current politics, a new sun will rise. Wait for it. Watch for it. When it arrives, rejoice with others that we may have a rebirth of freedom. Meantime, keep track of fellow optimists across the land.
Public debt in the United States
The United States entered its fiscal decline several decades ago, most notably when it could not fund expenses for the Vietnam war from current revenues. It has never caught up.
New England should follow Britain’s example
New England can do the same. We were born to imperial resistance.
Orwell everywhere
More insidiously, since you live among particular cultures during your lifetime, you do not choose who influences you. They choose you.
The clam inside the shell
Richard Shenkman’s article below, about a paper by Shawn Rosenberg, discusses a perspective on people and politics that does not comport Jefferson’s views.
The Jeffersonian 