“Are members of America’s government guilty of treason?” – The Lonely Realist An American commits treason, as defined in Article III, Section 3, of the Constitution, if he or she wages war against America, or conspires with America’s enemies to wage war against America, or gives...
“Everything old is new again.” – The Lonely Realist “Those who fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it.” – George Santayana The term “Luddite” owes its origin to 19th Century textile workers who opposed the Industrial Revolution because of its impact on skilled weavers...
“Will the Trump Administration’s MAHA policies make America healthier?” – The Lonely Realist In a May 12th Executive Order, President Trump directed drugmakers to reprice their medicines to align their U.S. prices with the prices charged in other countries. His stated goal is to create a...
“I do solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my Ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States.” – Article II, Section 1, Clause 8 Meet the Press recently...
“Cassandra is predicting a worsening recession.” – The Lonely Realist TLR this week received the following letter from Cassandra (ED NOTE: a reminder that nothing in TLR is investment advice): "Dear Mr. Realist: I’m writing as a follow-up to our March discussion in which I warned that recession...
“Should Executive Power be subject to judicial checks and balances?” – The Lonely Realist TLR recently received the following question from a reader: “Curious what your thoughts are on Federal District Judges blocking much of the Trump agenda?” What follows is the ensuing dialogue, edited for...