Posts Tagged ‘ nation-state ’

The Looming Reversal of Centralization

May 21st, 2012 | By | Category: Economics, Featured
"Centralization induces apoplexy at the center and anemia at the extremities." ~ Lamenais The present political system is clearly insane. It suffers from schizophrenia. Around the world, almost no one trusts the politicians, yet almost everyone votes for incumbent politicians who promise to reform the government. Voters now suspect (correctly) that all ...read more

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The Changing Role of the Nation-State

Jan 8th, 2010 | By | Category: Featured, Politics
Looking at the bigger picture, the U.S. has its troubles. But the U.S. also has many unique economic, cultural and historical strengths — if the national leadership can keep its eye on the ball. Thing is, we’re in for some tough innings. The world is experiencing what some commentators call “the ...read more

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