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Repeat After Bush: Have no Fear

I mean does anyone actually pay attention to him anymore? There he was giving yet another keynote speech to yet another captive and compliant audience, in yet another midwestern friendly state, and yet again he claims all is well in Iraq. Do not worry. Have no fear. Stay the course. Do not worry. Have no […]

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America a Democracy? Now there’s a thought …

The New York Times ways in on the topic of the Electoral College: Drop Out of the College Well it’s about time the whole Electoral College thing was consigned to the trash heap. It’s undemocratic. No debate is needed beyond that. The U.S. elects its Presidents in a wholly undemocratic and antiquated way. It is […]

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January Trade Deficit

For those of you who want a divertion from the grim reality of American politics: here’s the equally grim reality of the American economy. The January trade deficit was the worst ever. You can find the official report here: Department of Commerce Home Page There’s nothing much to add is there? America continues to have […]

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