The Fourth of July

Why the US ‘does not get to assume that it lasts forever’ (CNN, 7/4/2023) “As the United States marks its 247th birthday Tuesday, questions about how many more the nation will celebrate in its current form have become ominously relevant.” The President sits alone in the Oval Office, the soundproofed room eerily quiet. Once, you…

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The Future of American Politics

As I write this, the United States stands on the precipice of an election that will radically shape the future of American politics. The whirlwind of news and hot takes is nearly overwhelming and will likely continue even after the final vote is counted. But amidst the torrent, we have a chance to step back…

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