Philosophy and Methodology
Do Nuclear Weapons Deter?
Suppose that Iran got a nuclear bomb. Would it be of any use to it? Let’s say the US attacks Iran and kills half of its population.
A Political Theory of Geeks and Wonks
The geeks will look back at their lives with satisfaction that they did their best to realize a dream. The wonks, looking back at their lives, see that they were little more than a cog in a machine.
Rockwell’s Thirty-Day Plan
In just 30 exhilarating days, we have established the outlines of free market.
People don’t kill people, the lack of socialized medicine does!
If I see another citation of this story as proof that we need national health care, I’m g
The new Arctic land rush: What’s in it for me?
OK, melting ice and potential oil in the Arctic have brought out the worst in neighboring governments.
Are Americans the Chosen People?
Gelernter would profit from reflecting about a remark often attributed to Voltaire: if you want to found a new religion, you should arrange to be crucified and rise from the dead on the third day.
Does IQ Determine the Wealth of Nations?
Whether or not some nations truly suffer from an ineradicable intelligence deficit, their best path to follow is the one of freedom.