The Method to the Donald’s Tariffs Pt 2
America can’t afford to keep giving the world a free ride.
World Politics
Putin Is Scootered Now
Where have all the Russian tanks and armoured vehicles gone? Russian tanks are rarely seen on the battlefield these days.
Some Thoughts on the Tariffs
In which a non-economist tries to figure out what The Donald is trying to do.
The Method to the Donald’s Tariff Moves
‘Fools and little boys criticise unfinished work.’
Choices and the Path Not Taken
No nation would allow an enemy committed to its destruction free access through its borders. No amount of aid will help if it is funneled into rockets. And no ‘resistance’ can justify a political vision that leads only to rubble.
Time Is Running Out for Taiwan
This cannot be a comfortable time to live in Taiwan. The Chinese exercises involve flying in formation, with live weapons, towards strategic parts of the Taiwan coast. One of these times, it may not be an exercise.
Has Milei Saved Argentina from the Left?
To the fury of the media, Argentina’s economy is bounding back.
Adolescence Is the UK’s Escape Hatch
It’s no wonder they are fawning over Adolescence as it provides them with an escape hatch. Unfortunately for them the British public isn’t stupid and my bet is they are seeing right through it.
Can’t Make It There Anymore
Trump’s tariffs are his way of saying to the world: We are strong enough. We can make it here. Donald Trump’s tariffs have stopped globalisation in its tracks.
How French Courts Keep Sidelining Political Rivals
If history tells us anything, it’s that French elections aren’t just won or lost at the ballot box – they’re also decided in courtrooms. And somehow, the ruling party never seems to be the one on trial.
