Supporters of socialism have taken to suggesting that the human tragedy unfolding in Venezuela has nothing to do with socialism, rather it’s the result of the dictatorships of former President Hugo Chavez and his successor Nicolas Maduro. In their view, dictatorships lead to the deprivation we’re witnessing, not socialism. They’re confusing types of government and […]
Elizabeth Warren’s financial illiteracy
Over the weekend, Elizabeth Warren released a video denouncing stock buybacks in another of her trademark attacks on employers, attempting to sow resentment and divide Americans. Her usual style is to rely on rhetoric and academic theory that is difficult to parse and believable to those who’ve not studied a subject in depth. What’s striking […]
Seattle’s homeless contradictions
Seattle’s ongoing homeless crisis is surrounded by an absurd number of contradictions that if not addressed will only result in a continuation of this human tragedy. Leaders and supporters of the city’s current approach claim compassion, but have delivered heartlessness. When residents have been asked for and given more tax dollars, the result is only […]
Seattle’s sickening rape that could have been prevented
Today the Seattle Times reports on a rape at a local car dealership. The manager, Jen Moran, called the attack “just sickening” and commented that the victim “should’ve been safe.” The accused is Christopher Teel, a 24 year old homeless man. While a homeless person committing a crime isn’t big news in Seattle, this person […]
Gun control that works requires smaller government
Americans are understandably outraged at another school shooting, sparking immediate calls by many for more gun control. It’s disappointing that few of these same folks are expressing equal amounts of indignation at the FBI, which has confessed to failing to follow its own protocols upon receiving a credible and specific tip. This is government failure […]
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