United States

Henry Clay and the Problem of Politics

Few figures in American history have had as distinguished a political career as Henry Clay.

National Security is Not an Abstraction

“National security” may sound like an abstraction, but in reality it’s anything but

A Decent Respect to the Opinions of Mankind

Non-Americans have long seen America as a fairer international dealer than her rivals. But why?

Moral vs. Immoral Resistance Part III: The American War for Independence

Part 3 of Eric Patterson’s series on Just War

Rediscovering America’s Purpose

America was once the world’s arsenal of democracy, can it be again?

Obstacles to Peace in Ukraine: President Biden and Mr. Trump

America never recognized the USSR’s occupation of the Baltics, but didn’t let it derail our diplomacy. This should be our approach with Ukraine and Crimea.

Cluster Munitions and the Moral High Ground

The use of cluster munitions is not inherently immoral.

Thomas Paine’s Enduring Wisdom

Thomas Paine was an inspiration to the founders and still has lessons for today

Iran Does Not Need Feminism, It Needs Freedom

Protesting the mandatory hijab law will never change Iran until the government respects religious freedom.

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