Depending on how one crunches the numbers, China’s economy has either already surpassed, in size, that of the United States, or will do so in a within a couple of years. According to data from the World Bank, it is the former, China’s nominal GDP … [Read more...] about The U.S. Economic Power
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‘Medical’ Marijuana a Con
As the former Drug Czar under President Ronald Reagan, with an extensive background in marijuana research, I thought I should share some of my thoughts about 'medical' marijuana. From 1970 to 1981, I held various positions at the Research Institute … [Read more...] about ‘Medical’ Marijuana a Con
The Obama Legacy
Historians will debate the importance of the Obama Administration and its role in American history for decades to come, of course. The legacy which presidents leave behind them is always a concern of our chief executives, and it has been of even more … [Read more...] about The Obama Legacy
Beware of the Hungry Russian Bear*
With the world’s attention fixed on the astonishing victory of Donald Trump in the American presidential election, grossly insufficient attention is being paid to another and potentially very dangerous development. Trump may end up being a disaster … [Read more...] about Beware of the Hungry Russian Bear*
The Stealthy Gallium War*
War is going on over special integrated circuits based on a material called Gallium Nitride. Winning this war will effect not only the United States national security, but also its ability to protect key global partners in Europe, the Middle East, … [Read more...] about The Stealthy Gallium War*
Social Media Helped Americans Elect President Trump
Social media turned out to be the cure for a rotten and corrupt news media, replacing newspapers and TV to a large extent. Donald Trump’s election as President of the United States totally vindicates his strategy and his understanding of the … [Read more...] about Social Media Helped Americans Elect President Trump
Hillary vs. Trump – Decision Time
In the last critical hours before the American people decide their new leadership, the hyperbole will mount into near hysteria. Much, if not most, of what is said is either irrelevant or grossly inaccurate. Even the descriptive monologs of The … [Read more...] about Hillary vs. Trump – Decision Time
Mr. Kerry in Wonderland
There is an old disputed argument that extensive air travel causes physical injury and distorts cognitive thinking. [Stewardesses did remark that during the changeover in the mid-20th century from internal combustion and jet-prop engines interrupted … [Read more...] about Mr. Kerry in Wonderland
A Solution for Syria?
Left: Kurdish Areas in Syria A respected Turkish journalist, Mahmut Borzarslan has told about an important Russian initiative to broker a deal to set up an autonomous entity in Syria for the Syrian Kurds. Borzarslan’s article was translated from the … [Read more...] about A Solution for Syria?
Is War Imminent?
Americans will be surprised, once again, when a global war starts. Surprises are not new to Americans: The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, the German takeover of small countries starting WWII, the Korean War, and even WWI. The warning signs of the … [Read more...] about Is War Imminent?