media in the 21st century
No One Is Covering the Big Apple

And the political and ideological ethos of the people who work in news probably has something to do with it.

Asia's Game of Thrones
South Korea Reacts to Trump’s North Korea Moves

While there are some jitters in Seoul, there are also signs that the tougher U.S. posture is welcome—especially insofar as it’s changing Beijing’s calculus.

overregulated
Daycare Credentialism in the District

Reducing competition in daycare seems likely to force many parents to pull their children out altogether.

Russia and Venezuela
Rosneft Could Soon Control Citgo, Senator Warns

If Venezuela’s economy continues to sputter, Russia could own a majority stake in the Houston-based oil company.

Youth Not In Revolt
Most Young Germans Opt for Merkel

And that’s good news for Donald Trump.

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The Role of Ideology
Terror in Stockholm

Last week’s terror attack in Sweden should raise important questions about how the West defines its enemies.

Golden State Blues
Californians Are About to Start Noticing the Pension Crisis

The tightening pension vise will force tax increases and austerity in the Golden State.

Libya Afterparty
From Responsibility to Protect to Slave Markets

Desperate African migrants trying to reach Europe are being bought and sold on slave markets in Libya. Thank goodness a Republican President didn’t author this mess, or we’d never hear the end of it.

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Life in America
Notes on Cost Disease

Important goods and services are costing Americans vastly more over time. It’s time to notice, and figure out why.

Fruits of the Nuclear Deal
Iran Set to Receive First American Aircraft Since 1979

Iranian state media report that Iran may receive two Boeing aircraft this month, the first such delivery of American planes since the fall of the Shah and months ahead of schedule.

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