Thursday, December 31, 2015

Trump campaign raises issues about traditional values

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Donald Trump has shaken up the political scene. But his candidacy may be more about the American people than only the Republican preside...
Thursday, December 24, 2015

National Christmas tree costs almost $1.8 trillion

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Did you see the national Christmas tree lighting? No, not the gift-free ceremony on the White House lawn. The real Christmas tree is a...
Friday, December 18, 2015

Moderates: the disappearing middle in American politics

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Where have all the moderates gone? A recent survey, from a reputable source during a time of doubtful polls, found that 35 percent of v...
Wednesday, December 16, 2015

Democracy undermined by ranked-choice elections

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Ranked-voting is the flavor of the day. And it will turn out to have a bitter taste. Its advocates want to replace real democracy, in ...
Friday, December 11, 2015

Massive tax deal undermines hopes for tax reform

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Politicians promise tax reform. If we make the system fairer, they say, we will also be able to cut taxes. Politicians oppose tax refo...
Friday, December 4, 2015

Beware of political polls

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Polls are rolling out almost daily. They persistently show Republicans Donald Trump at or near the top of his party’s contenders and Dem...
Friday, November 27, 2015

Politics of fear spreads after Islamic State attacks

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Suppose a small war-like country attacked a larger one in the belief that it would expand its territory while the larger country, demoral...