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beyond blue
Can Michigan Be a Model for Pension Reform?

Momentum is gathering in the Wolverine State to replace its defined-benefit pension systems with 401(k) style plans.

Romania Protests
The Grey Lady’s Simplistic Romania Narrative

By bungling its recent history, the NYT is doing its readers a distinct disservice in its reporting on recent anti-government protests.

Donald Trump's World
“Negative Polls” and the Essence of Populism

Above all, Trump’s populism represents a daunting political challenge to his opponents.

The New Sultan
Ottoman Princess Endorses Erdogan’s Presidential System

The endorsement of an Ottoman princess could be costing Erdogan’s constitutional changes some public support.

Cool Green Tech
UK Can Farm Smarter, Greener

Scientists say a simple adjustment could increase UK peatland crop yields while reducing GHG emissions.

Asia's Game of Thrones
James Mattis’ Asian Reassurance Tour

The SecDef’s first trip was meant to soothe allies’ frayed nerves.

California Schemin'
Green Governance Catastrophe

The Golden state has too many power plants, and consumers are (literally) paying the price.

MSM watch
Washington Post Wakes Up to the Fact That Iran Is Stronger Than Ever

And more hostile than ever, too.

Ukraine Flareup
How to Profit from a Standoff with the United States

By stoking war in Ukraine, the Russian President is trying to get the United States into negotiating on his terms. Meanwhile, his closest cronies are set to make a lot of money from the surge in violence .

America's Game
Pope Francis’ Super Bowl Message and Our Elite-Populist Wars

Anyone who has spent two minutes in policy circles has met the kind of person who flaunts their ignorance of and disdain for football, or “sportball” in general, as badge of honor. These people are educated fools.

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