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The Elements of a Coup

I’ve heard a lot of comments on “coups” recently from all sides.  I’ll admit I’m running from memory that is rather old, but if I remember, this is what pretty much defines authoritarian coups. Take advantage of, or create, a … Continue reading

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Anatomy of a Failed Liberal State – Stephen Moore

When I grew up in the north suburbs of Chicago in the 1960s and ’70s, Illinois was still a financial and industrial powerhouse. Source: Anatomy of a Failed Liberal State – Stephen Moore I guess I’ll have to be the … Continue reading

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