Recommending a survey article on tribalism in American politics.
Category: United States
Charlottesville
Some further thoughts on the moral catastrophe that is Trumpism.
Oh dear, it’s North Korea again
North Korea is staging its regular return to the headlines. Don't panic.
Can you get rid of presidential government?
Events in Venezuela and the United States again cast doubt on the "separation of powers" constitutional model. Can it be reformed or replaced?
Yet another view of neoliberalism
An American liberal's interpretation of "neoliberalism" explores the messaging strategy of the left.
Poland and populism
Anti-government protests in Poland offer a window on the difference between liberals and conservatives, and also an opportunity to think about whether the authoritarian right deserves the label of "populist".
The war against Arab democracy
The conflict with Qatar is fundamentally about the possibility of democracy in the Arab world. That's why Saudi and Trumpian autocrats are on the same side.
Georgia on their minds
Republicans win an astronomically expensive Congressional race in Georgia, and almost lose the low-profile one in neighboring South Carolina.
Cartographical fun in North Carolina
The US Supreme Court strikes a blow against gerrymandering but also exposes the depth of its own partisan divisions.
Macron and the debate on neoliberalism
Debate continues on what it means to be a "neoliberal", but more people seem willing to accept that it's not always a bad thing.
The World is Not Enough 