Uncategorized In the New York Times I make the case that rebuilding democratic norms in the face of Republican attacks on them can’t be done either by trying to lead by good example or by a spiral of escalation. It will take a partisan and political effort– which also happens to be in Democrats’ interest for the next two years. Published on: December 11, … [Read more...] about Neither retaliation nor restraint
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Ari Armstrong’s *What’s Wrong with Objectivist Ethics*
Uncategorized It usually begins with Ayn Rand, the proverb goes. If so, let’s hope it doesn’t end there. Ari Armstrong recently released What’s Wrong with Ayn Rand’s Objectivist Ethics. It’s an engaging discussion and critique of Rand’s metaethics and ethics. Armstrong is a sympathetic critic, and takes great care to present … [Read more...] about Ari Armstrong’s *What’s Wrong with Objectivist Ethics*
The Real Reason Why Louisiana Is Poor
State governments matter. The United States of America doesn’t treat its states as if they were extensions of the federal government. Just look at Florida and its history of election chaos. Or the fact Massachusetts legalized gay marriage years before Washington DC recognized them. States are both incubators of new policies as well as cesspools of idiocy.Ladies and … [Read more...] about The Real Reason Why Louisiana Is Poor
How to Quack-Proof Yourself Against Pseudoscience
Editor’s Note: With all the focus these days on “fake news”it’s helpful to be reminded that it’s not all political. Fake news is probably as old as “real news” or any human interaction. Being deceptive seems to come naturally to us humans, and as we know, sometimes it can be extremely dangerous. Below are some tips on … [Read more...] about How to Quack-Proof Yourself Against Pseudoscience
HSR Crowns Winners at Sebring Classic 12 Hour
Sebring, FL — The third annual HSR Classic Sebring 12 Hour concluded last Sunday with competitors claiming wins in four overall run groups to wrap up Historic Sportscar Racing’s 2018 season at Sebring International Raceway. A retro tribute race to the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring — which will be run for the 67th time March 16, 2019 — the Classic 12 … [Read more...] about HSR Crowns Winners at Sebring Classic 12 Hour