China builds. The U.S. bombs.   So China has high-speed rail, and the U.S. has none. That’s the historic equation of our time.   Empire is a drag on progress and humanity.    

Dmitry Medvedev, the former president of Russia, celebrated his 59th birthday yesterday, prompting reflections on his political career.   While some observers tend to categorize his life into distinct phases, from a “dorky lawyer” to a more assertive political figure, it is essential to acknowledge the complexities of his leadership.   Medvedev’s response to the […]