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 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 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
This week we examine the fine line between humor and insensitivity in the comedy industry, as entertainer and Netflix host Norm Macdonald lands in hot water after defending some of his colleagues who had fallen from grace. Continue reading 09.26.18. The Killing Joke
This week on Middle Theory, in addition to news and current events we examine the historical circumstances surrounding the disappearance of Columbia University Professor Jesús Galíndez in 1956. Continue reading 09.06.18. The Galindez File
On this edition of Middle Theory, we remember the life and political career of the influential Arizona Senator John McCain, who passed away on August 25, 2018. Continue reading 09.01.18. John McCain: The Last Maverick
This week, we examine the fallout after Donald Trump’s embarrassing appearance at the 2018 Helsinki Summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Continue reading 07.22.18. Drag Me to Helsinki
