The American left has long admired the European welfare state as a model for the “democratic socialism” it would like to introduce in the United States–despite high unemployment, ethnic segregation, growing bureaucratization, military dependence, and looming fiscal crisis. In the
by Joel B. Pollak4 Dec 2011, 9:57 AM PST0
This morning’s key headlines from GenerationalDynamics.com. * Last-ditch plan to save the euro begins to emerge * Manufacturing data shows unexpected slowdown in Asia and Europe * Voyager spacecraft detect new type of ultraviolet light * Russia delivers anti-ship missiles
by John J. Xenakis2 Dec 2011, 5:10 AM PST0
Republicans in the Senate, led by Sen. Dick Lugar, have introduced a bill that would force President Obama to act on initiating construction of the-1,700 mile Keystone XL crude oil pipeline from Canada. The project is expected to create approximately
by Dr. Susan Berry2 Dec 2011, 4:39 AM PST0
From the Washington Post: The Chinese have called it their “Underground Great Wall” — a vast network of tunnels designed to hide their country’s increasingly sophisticated missile and nuclear arsenal. For the past three years, a small band of obsessively
by Sun Tzu1 Dec 2011, 5:34 PM PST0
This morning’s key headlines from GenerationalDynamics.com. * German neo-Nazis are apparently very well armed * US Fed makes dollars available to Europe as global panic is threatened * A desperation move and a humiliation for Europe * People’s Bank of
by John J. Xenakis1 Dec 2011, 5:07 AM PST0
In a bid to save the European Union economic zone from a credit crisis resulting from worries about government debt, central banks around the world–including the U.S. Federal Reserve–have made borrowing dollars cheaper for European banks. Euro: is the bling
by Sun Tzu30 Nov 2011, 1:50 PM PST0
Today was such a great show packed with a full hour of the best in the national security arena; therefore, it would be unfair to mention just one guest. Frank started today’s episode of Secure Freedom Radio with Gordon Chang,
by Secure Freedom Radio30 Nov 2011, 10:30 AM PST0
[audio: http://www.coffeeandmarkets.com/CoffeeandMarkets113011.mp3] Download Podcast | iTunes | Podcast Feed On today’s edition of Coffee and Markets, Pejman Yousefzadeh and Kevin Holtsberry are joined by Hunter Baker to discuss the eventful and impactful books they read in 2011 including autobiographies of
by The New Ledger30 Nov 2011, 9:23 AM PST0
The Obama Administration kicked off its highly touted “Return to Asia” tour last week by threatening Chinese President Hu Jintao that Americans are growing “impatient and frustrated” over China’s currency and trade policies that are hurting U.S. employment and Mr.
by Chriss W. Street30 Nov 2011, 7:35 AM PST0
This morning’s key headlines from GenerationalDynamics.com. * Egypt’s elections to go ahead despite violence * Four major party coalitions vie for seats in Egypt * Nationalist Imran Khan gets political boost from Pakistan air strike * Arab League approves ‘unprecedented’
by John J. Xenakis28 Nov 2011, 6:21 AM PST0
The importance of strategic metals to the U.S. economy came into sharp focus last November when China cut off Japan’s rare earth metals supply over a territorial dispute and Japan immediately backed down. Since then, Americans have learned that the
by Michael Silver27 Nov 2011, 9:00 PM PST0
This morning’s key headlines from GenerationalDynamics.com. * Once again, Turkey threatens Syria, but then says it won’t intervene * Vietnam increases South China Sea presence to confront China * Iceland rejects land sale to wealthy tycoon from China * Egypt’s
by John J. Xenakis26 Nov 2011, 4:53 AM PST0
Happy Thanksgiving weekend in America! This is a good time to share something lighter than the constant war. I’ve traveled to more than sixty countries, often spending years on end abroad. Those journeys have revealed many fascinating sides of life.
by Michael Yon25 Nov 2011, 10:18 AM PST0
This morning’s key headlines from GenerationalDynamics.com. * Massive protester confrontation with Egypt’s army expected on Friday * Four people killed in clashes in Saudi Arabia * Saudi Arabia may limit remittances of foreign workers * China’s South China Sea aggression
by John J. Xenakis25 Nov 2011, 5:09 AM PST0
Tonight’s debate among the Republican presidential contenders, co-hosted by the Heritage Foundation, the American Enterprise Institute, and CNN, will feature the candidates’ views on foreign policy. [youtube SfMKdMKzM0Y] By now, Republican voters are used to the clash between the hawkish
by Joel B. Pollak22 Nov 2011, 3:46 PM PST0
Tonight’s debate among the Republican presidential contenders, co-hosted by the Heritage Foundation, the American Enterprise Institute, and CNN, will feature the candidates’ views on foreign policy. [youtube SfMKdMKzM0Y] By now, Republican voters are used to the clash between the hawkish
by Joel B. Pollak22 Nov 2011, 3:26 PM PST0
Gallup’s numbers as of today. Republicans are most likely to name Mitt Romney and Newt Gingrich as their first choice for their party’s 2012 presidential nomination, with Herman Cain close behind. Among all Republicans nationwide, Romney is the choice of
by Publius22 Nov 2011, 8:43 AM PST0
Huntsman, the former Utah governor and ambassador to China, poked fun at his second-tier status in the 2012 race and his New Hampshire-centric campaign strategy during the “Weekend Update” segment.
by Breitbart TV20 Nov 2011, 12:34 PM PST0
This morning’s key headlines from GenerationalDynamics.com. * Britain’s Cameron and Germany’s Merkel agree on nothing * Ireland worries, ‘Germany is our new master’ * Washington Super Committee appears close to failure * Syria claims to accept Arab League plan ‘in
by John J. Xenakis19 Nov 2011, 4:46 AM PST0
This morning’s key headlines from GenerationalDynamics.com. * Obama’s Australia announcement considered a ‘betrayal’ by China * MF Global bankruptcy begins to claim victims * Barnhardt Capital Management closes because of MF Global outcome * News site ‘Politico’ approves fraud by
by John J. Xenakis18 Nov 2011, 4:55 AM PST0
This morning’s key headlines from GenerationalDynamics.com. * Arab League confirms suspension of Syria, threatens economic sanctions * Syrian Embassy in Amman under heavy security to prevent reprisal action * The ‘Free Syrian Army’ grows in influence * As China prepares
by John J. Xenakis17 Nov 2011, 4:43 AM PST0
The editor of the Washington Times Editorial page, Brett Decker, joins Frank to elaborate on his book pertaining to the Obama Administration bowing down to the Chinese and hastening American decline and ushering a century of Chinese dominance. Is Barack
by Secure Freedom Radio16 Nov 2011, 12:30 PM PST0
HONOLULU (AP) – President Barack Obama turns from economic to security concerns in the Asia-Pacific region as he travels to Australia, finally making a long-delayed visit to the longtime and increasingly important U.S. ally. Obama twice last year canceled visits
by Sun Tzu15 Nov 2011, 7:22 AM PST0
[audio: http://www.coffeeandmarkets.com/CoffeeandMarkets111411.mp3] Download Podcast | iTunes | Podcast Feed On today’s edition of Coffee and Markets, Brad Jackson and Ben Domenech are joined by Governor Jon Huntsman to discuss entitlement reform, China, the EPA and more. We’re brought to you
by The New Ledger14 Nov 2011, 9:55 AM PST0
Watch more highlights from Saturday’s GOP debate: Romney: Iran Will Get Nukes Under Obama, Not Under MeCain: Iran Uses Oil As A WeaponRomney Slams Obama On Election Year Afghan StrategyBachmann: Obama Stands With #OccupyWallStreet But Not With Israel Perry Vows
by Breitbart TV12 Nov 2011, 6:06 PM PST0