If the test of patriotism comes only by reflexively falling into lockstep behind the leader whenever the flag is waved, then what we have is a formula for dictatorship, not democracy.

If the test of patriotism comes only by reflexively falling into lockstep behind the leader whenever the flag is waved, then what we have is a formula for dictatorship, not democracy.

Profits are what you make when not working.

The guiding principle of ruling elites was--and still is: When change threatens to rule, then the rules are changed.

The mass media are class media.

It may come as a surprise to some academics, but there is a marked relationship between economic power and political power.

The real danger we face is not from terrorism but what is being done under the pretext of fighting it.