Trump

Reflections on James C. Scott’s critique of inequality and political power, the importance of art, and Trump’s renaming of bodies of water.

A satirical counterpart to John Perry Barlow’s principles of adult behaviour, written to reflect the author’s criticism of Donald Trump.

Reflections on Charlie Kirk’s killing, rejecting political violence while maintaining a critical view of his public rhetoric.

Trump’s removal from social platforms prompts reflection on the power private networks exercise over public communication.

EU to ban Americans over coronavirus / John McCain’s 2008 campaign manager with a brutal commentary on Trump.

Zen and believing // ‘She didn’t hang my picture.’

A proposed rule of thumb: extravagant claims of personal superiority often invite skepticism about the quality being claimed.

An Election Day reflection on Trump, Sean Hannity, and the cost of prioritizing political victory over civic norms.

A brief comment on Melania Trump’s explanation of her jacket message and her remarks about being bullied.

A brief link commenting on Republicans’ behaviour after a political victory.