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Now’s Not the Time to Eat Bagged Lettuce

Food safety in America is under attack.

Europeans Have Realized Their Error

The urge to say I told you so is strong these days throughout the Baltics.

The Most Corrupt Presidency in American History

Anne Applebaum and America’s backsliding democracy

Trump’s Inevitable Betrayal of His Supporters

Trump never meant to keep his promises. His voters are starting to notice.

The Impending Doom of Trump’s Trade War

The uncertainty is doing plenty of economic damage. He may make things much worse.

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