With regard to freedom of expression there are basically two positions: you defend it vigorously for views you hate, or you reject it in favor of Stalinist/Fascist standards.

American decline is real, though the apocalyptic vision reflects the familiar ruling class perception that anything short of total control amounts to total disaster.

The United States is unique among the rich countries, developed countries, in not having some kind of a national health-care system.

My grandchildren are on social media all the time, and they think they have friends. But it's not what I would've called a friend, ever.

The US is the wrecking machine that is destroying everything. The world is hoping that China will somehow come to the rescue.

Immediately after 11 September, the U.S. closed down the Somali charitable network Al-Barakaat on grounds that it was financing terror. This achievement was hailed one of the great successes of the 'war on terror.' In contrast, Washington's withdrawal of its charges as without merit a year later aroused little notice.

We're supposed to worship Adam Smith but you're not supposed to read him. That's too dangerous.