Tag Archives: Donald Trump

Defeating Populism … Really?

Important to remember that populism is a tool, not an ideology — and not necessarily incompatible with democracy …

Moving the Overton Window

We use Joseph Overton’s invention much more broadly than he ever intended — because it works for explaining political and social dynamics!

Politicians Pander: Live with It Or Rise Above It!

If you don’t like pandering politicians, best to get yourself and your community organized around issues — then pick your candidates accordingly.

Does Democracy Have a Future in America?

Why do things look grim for liberal democracy these days? How can our traditional democratic values fight back? Can we get together on any unimpeachable authority?

Tara Reade, Casualty

Published May 17, 2020 in Warp & Woof Tara Reade, Casualty   William Sundwick     No, she didn’t get the timing right. She knew she only had weak corroboration for her accusation that Senator Joe Biden sexually assaulted her in 1993, when she was a young staffer in his office.   Alas, it wasContinue reading “Tara Reade, Casualty”

Power of Denial

Published May 3, 2020 in Warp & Woof Power of Denial   William Sundwick   Under increasing pressure to deal with Tara Reade’s allegation of sexual assault, Joe Biden went on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe” to reiterate his campaign’s official position – flat denial. “It never happened.” The campaign had already sent appeals to supporters toContinue reading “Power of Denial”

What Happens in Iraq Stays in Iraq?

Published February 7, 2020 in Warp & Woof What Happens in Iraq Stays in Iraq? What Really Did Happen in January? William Sundwick On January 3, we received news that a U.S. drone had killed Iranian Gen. Qasem Soleimaniwhile he visited militias in Iraq. He was allegedly the second most powerful man in Iran, aContinue reading “What Happens in Iraq Stays in Iraq?”

Leftist or Liberal?

Published October 26, 2019 in Warp & Woof Leftist or Liberal? Where Do You Fit? William Sundwick Modern liberalismgoes back a long way. Let’s start with John Locke in the 17thcentury. He came up with the idea that governments exist to serve the needs of the people. Obvious to us now, but directly opposed toContinue reading “Leftist or Liberal?”