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Kenya and International Impotence
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The world recently celebrated a rather unceremonious “monthiversary.” Kenya — which up until a month ago was often described as the brightest spot in East Africa, if not the whole continent — is still in chaos. See some of the haunting reports and photographs of The Vigilante Journalist if you doubt that fact.
A month ago Kenya’s president, Mwai Kibaki […]
Moderating the “Undocumented” Issue
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They have a lot of names. Invaders. Spics. Terrorists. Wetbacks. Identity thieves. Less harshly, illegal aliens. Illegal immigrants. Undocumented workers.
They have been, over the last few years, one of America’s most important political flashpoints. Derided by some as simple lawbreakers who deserve no rights or preference. Praised by others as hardworking immigrants in the […]
Watching America’s Game
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It’s chaos. It’s a circus. It’s a money parade. It’s undemocratic. It’s pointless. It’s cheap drama. It’s the real American Idol.
That’s right everyone, it’s the middle of America’s presidential politicking season.
I could make a list, but I doubt I need to. You know that many people — in America, but especially in stable parliamentary systems — find this whole […]
“There is almost no problem we can solve all by ourselves”
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Former President Bill Clinton was on Charlie Rose last Friday. He said a lot of interesting things, and though they also did a fair bit of rehashing tired arguments about the presidential campaign, it is a pretty good interview to watch.
Without question, the line that most caught my attention was this one: Mr. Clinton […]
The Nuclear Dilemma
I’m rather certain that my favorite Republican presidential candidate during the 2000 election cycle was John McCain. I’m also rather certain that he’s my favorite this time too. It’s not that he’s perfect. Far from it. I’m well aware that he’s got flaws, and I’ve certainly taken issue with some of the things he’s said.
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