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Razib Khan was nice enough to invite me on his podcast. We talk about my (idiosyncratic?) views on Russia & NATO expansion, the experiences in Central Europe that influenced that view, plus a trip down warblogging memory lane & some discussion about . Thanks, Razib!
Free Press founder Bari Weiss: “We think that our audience is smart. They want to be treated like adults—and they want to hear the best version of different sides of an argument.”
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A round of applause as Brother Raymond takes a brief, well-deserved hiatus, one that allows you to go back and read any entries you’ve missed in my favorite Substack.
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A reflection on moving here after 15 years of maintaining a blog, gratis…
This does damage to lives and institutions. One that harms the culture of the university while destroying friendships (or relationships) that have formed with the international student being sent home.
In short, they are Creating A Ruckus!
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"Saint Elesbaan (Kaleb) the pious King of Ethiopia, ruled in the days when the wicked Dunaan oppressed the Christians of Arabia. Unable to bear the suffering of the faithful, he waged war not for vengeance, but for justice, as the Lord had revealed to him through the holy hermit Zenon. Having defeated the enemy of Christ, he fulfilled his vow to God, laying aside his earthly crown and dedicating his life to monastic labors. For fifteen years, he dwelt in strict fasting and prayer, a radiant exa…
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Laws that would require pornography websites to verify the age of their users are incredibly popular among the general public.
80% of all Americans are in favor.
Most supportive:
LDS: 92%
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A sweaty, plaited, ageing pony after a delicious ride in morning sunshine in the Scottish Highlands.
Feeling grateful I can organise my work hours to suit me ❤️🙏❤️
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Banks closes out Michael Ritchie season in high style with a look at the misbegotten THE ISLAND (1980).
One of my fans painted a picture of me. Looks like I picked the wrong day to quit sniffing glue.
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Sad to see what the promise of Q has become.
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“Therefore, if China does not withdraw its 34% increase above their already long term trading abuses by tomorrow, April 8th, 2025, the United States will impose ADDITIONAL Tariffs on China of 50%, effective April 9th.“
He’s out of his tiny mind.
No single person should ever have anything like this power. The Senate needs to wake the fuck up.
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