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Category: State
U.S. Politics Got You Down? Brits to the Rescue!
As I settle in for a year and a half of non-stop coverage of the 2016 U.S. presidential election, I find myself bracing for blistering attack ads, billions of dollars …
Who is to Blame for the Rise of ISIS?
There are a lot of lessons that we can take from the alarming expansion of the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS). Surely it is a parable, but what …
Scotland’s Referendum in Perspective
If I type the word “Scotland”, what pops into your mind? Kilted men playing bagpipes? “They may take our lives, but they can never take our freedom!”? A blurry image …
Educating the U.S. Senate
What, if anything, can we learn from examining the colleges attended by the 100 men and women of the U.S. Senate? Quite a lot, actually. Last week, I decided to …
Iran Needs More Babies
There are some things in Iran that are not in short supply. You need natural gas? No problem. Looking for some pistachios? They have you covered. Is your floor …
The Ukraine Crisis Explained in a Series of Maps
Ukraine has been in the news quite a bit lately. What began as a series of protests against President Viktor Yanukovych following his decision not to sign a trade deal with the …
The Egyptian Government Cures Aids!
On a related note, I have a bridge for sale on the East River in New York City. Act now while supplies last! Of all the odd things to …
Why is Vladimir Putin so Popular?
If you have been paying much attention to American commentators lately, you would be tempted to think that the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi has less to do with the …
The Queen of England’s Budget Crisis
I woke up this morning to what can only be described as a sign of the apocalypse: The Queen of England is out of money! How can this be?! Yes, …