Mental Forays Into the Radical Center
This week we look at the history of government secrecy since the end of World War II, the reasons for it, and the role of the press and other organizations in promoting transparency. Continue reading 01.18.19. Secrecy and the Fourth Estate
This week on Middle Theory, we look at the details behind what has led to the longest U.S. government shutdown in history. Kicking things off this week, it’s been tough times for government employees, hundreds of thousands of whom haven’t Continue reading 01.12.19. Shutdown
On this first edition of Middle Theory for 2019, a rift is growing in the GOP, with vocal opposition to Donald Trump following an op-ed by newly elected Utah Senator Mitt Romney. Continue reading 01.05.19. GOP: Civil War
This week on Middle Theory, we look at Trump’s sudden decision to withdraw troops from Syria, and the resulting resignation of Defense Secretary Jim Mattis. Continue reading 12.22.18. Syria Withdrawal Syndrome
This week on Middle Theory, we look at the idea of the “Santa Claus Rally,” and dire economic forecasts for the future of the American economy. Continue reading 12.17.18. Santa Claus Rally: Boom or Bust?
This week we look at the life and political career of George H. W. Bush, his notable achievements, his idea of a “New World Order,” and his influence on foreign policy throughout the decades. Continue reading 12.11.18. George H. W. Bush’s New World Order
This week pieces begin falling together in relation to the ongoing Russia probe, following Michael Cohen’s guilty plea about lies he told before Congress. Continue reading 11.30.18. The Nightmare Before Christmas
This week on Middle Theory, we look at the big issues following the recent U.S. Midterm Elections, including protests, clashes with media personalities, and the “resignation” of Jeff Sessions. Continue reading 11.10.18. When Big Dogs Bite Back
This week on Middle Theory, with the 2018 American Midterm Elections around the corner, we look at one of the most concerning issues pertaining to the election: why young people (and many others) aren’t voting. Continue reading 11.02.18. Election 2018: Dear Young People…
This week on Middle Theory, the issue of transgender rights takes center stage, after a Trump administration memo became public which seeks a new legal definition of gender. Continue reading 10.24.18. Sex, Gender, Language and Truth
This week we delve into the sordid circumstances surrounding the disappearance and subsequent confirmation of the death of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Continue reading 10.21.18. Cover Up: Khashoggi
On this edition of Middle Theory, we look at Google’s decision to bring its search engine services to China with its “Dragonfly” project, and the broader history of censorship in the East. Continue reading 10.13.18. Dragonfly: The Great Firewall of China