What of Ron Paul?

There are two opposing columns on National Review Online this week. John Derbyshire argues against supporting Ron Paul, and Todd Seavey argues for. Both are well-written and persuasive. You’ll notice I don’t have “Who I’m Not Voting For in 2008” listed as a category for this post. I can’t imagine a realistic scenario that will … Read more

I wish to have sex with Peggy Noonan

Not really, but after I came up with the title I couldn’t let it go. In her column this morning, she gave voice to a relationship I’ve also given some thought to: wealth enables connectivity, and connectivity enables rudeness. My favorite passage: Technology has not helped in this area. Cellphones are wonderful, but they empower … Read more

Interstates, missiles, and Newt

“What a jackass! He’s pompous, arrogant, and hypocritical, and he sucks at day in, day out business.” So goes one school of thought on Newt Gingrich. “He’s a genius. His stores of knowledge and insight are near-bottomless, and he’s an outstanding crisis manager.” So goes the other. I agree with both. I believe that Newt … Read more

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