Don’t bury the lead, they say. Well, here it is: the United States has prided itself on being an open society and has claimed that the success of its model of capitalism is predicated on innovation, the free flow of ideas, and massive amounts of research investment by both government and private companies.
It is now apparent that the US cannot be trusted. By putting tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico Trump is reneging on the USMCA trade deal that he agreed to with Canada and Mexico. What about the US commitments to NATO, the UN and the WTO? Along with his candidates for important positions running the the military, finance, health and other important governmental positions it would seem Donald Trump is doing his best to turn the US into an oligarchic society with no allies in the world. Can Republicans support Trump and still represent the interests of the American people? It is apparent to this proud Canadian that the answer is a resounding “No”!
Great insight, which parallels my observations over the last 50 years that the United States is falling behind in elevating women to a respected equal status. Countries that have accomplished this have accomplished much more for human health and happiness. Tech is not everything, but it is now a turning point for the U.S. We are already low by global happiness standards.
Thank you, and yes, participation of women at every level and everywhere is correlated w a country’s economic success et al. That said, the U.S. is fairly good on that front even though it lags on maternal and early childhood care relative to a few developed countries.
Well, half of the ones who voted which is closer to a third of us cretins. I keep reminding myself of this since we will need all the cretins we can get in the coming years.
Yes. Spellcheck miscorrected me. Though it’s also the case that more and more, you see it spelled “lead” even though the initial and correct usage was indeed “lede.”
It's totally fine. Just hate to see mistakes proliferate--take/bring, piqued/peeked, etc.--which even spellcheck seems determined to encourage. Yes, I'm that lady. ;P
I’ve been waiting to hear your take on the first two weeks. Only two weeks! As usual, par excellence. I appreciate your measured insight as it is helpful in navigating this information wasteland. Keep up the good work.
It is now apparent that the US cannot be trusted. By putting tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico Trump is reneging on the USMCA trade deal that he agreed to with Canada and Mexico. What about the US commitments to NATO, the UN and the WTO? Along with his candidates for important positions running the the military, finance, health and other important governmental positions it would seem Donald Trump is doing his best to turn the US into an oligarchic society with no allies in the world. Can Republicans support Trump and still represent the interests of the American people? It is apparent to this proud Canadian that the answer is a resounding “No”!
Paul Tomlinson,
Grimsby, Ontario
Great insight, which parallels my observations over the last 50 years that the United States is falling behind in elevating women to a respected equal status. Countries that have accomplished this have accomplished much more for human health and happiness. Tech is not everything, but it is now a turning point for the U.S. We are already low by global happiness standards.
Thank you, and yes, participation of women at every level and everywhere is correlated w a country’s economic success et al. That said, the U.S. is fairly good on that front even though it lags on maternal and early childhood care relative to a few developed countries.
An excellent analysis! thanks for giving me additional FACTS that will support my contention that Humpty Trumpty will FALL.
Thank you
Lets also not forget, over 1/2 of the cretins residing in this country voted in the trummusk team
Well, half of the ones who voted which is closer to a third of us cretins. I keep reminding myself of this since we will need all the cretins we can get in the coming years.
I look forward to your next article. Looks like I’m on the road to being a paid subscriber.
Lede
Yes. Spellcheck miscorrected me. Though it’s also the case that more and more, you see it spelled “lead” even though the initial and correct usage was indeed “lede.”
It's totally fine. Just hate to see mistakes proliferate--take/bring, piqued/peeked, etc.--which even spellcheck seems determined to encourage. Yes, I'm that lady. ;P
I’ve been waiting to hear your take on the first two weeks. Only two weeks! As usual, par excellence. I appreciate your measured insight as it is helpful in navigating this information wasteland. Keep up the good work.
Thanks much. Buckle up…