Sunil and Nigelb - True enough. We don't have an FDR, who got most strategic decisions right, and had the character and cunning to execute them. But my point is that Europe doesn't need an FDR now, b… (View Post)

European nations certainly have the economic might to defeat Putin's Russia, but, if I may say this as politely as I can: France is not led by a de Gaulle, Germany is not led by an Adenauer, and the … (View Post)

Tucker Carlson's family apparently understood him when he was young. If you think one of your kids will be unable to earn an honest living, consistently, you may provide him (or her) a trust fund, so… (View Post)

Off topic, but important: It's my impression that British-style ties were very common in the US years ago, but are no longer so. There has been a shift to much more casual dress even in offices; for … (View Post)

From many previous threads: I hope you will excuse me for reminding some of you of the obvious: Putin can have peace any time he wants by pulling his troops out of Ukraine, and asking for mediation. … (View Post)