Friday, December 6, 2013

Nelson Mandela and Others: Reflections on Hard Choices

Iran, Syria And Obama's Disappearing Red Line For Assad

Even though Obama called for an end to Assad's rule in Syria, the administration did nothing to promote regime change because it didn't want to offend Iran.

Five Reasons Why Jerry Brown Makes Sense as a Presidential Candidate

If it’s a spirited debate that Democrats crave for 2016, here’s a suggestion: Try to convince Jerry Brown to give the presidency one last try.

Weak World Economy, Not ObamaCare, Is Bending The Cost Curve

Obama’s central planners are latching on to what they think is a rare  ObamaCare “win.” Harvard professor and ObamaCare guru, David Cutler (The health-care law’s success story: Slowing down medical costs) proclaims that ObamaCare has “bent the health care cost curve down” as a consequence of  measures already in effect, [...]

The Cost of Foreign Intervention

What is the future of American grand strategy?

Nelson Mandela, RIP

I just heard from a KQED news producer a few minutes ago that Nelson Mandela has died.

How Republicans Can Benefit From Immigration Reform

President Barack Obama’s suggestion that he’d be willing to entertain piecemeal efforts at immigration reform is a devilish trap for Republicans. The best way

Edward Lazear on CNBC's Kudlow Report

Former Council of Economic Advisers chair Edward Lazear discusses economic data and job growth.

Kori Schake on the John Batchelor Show (10:14)

Guests: Daniel Henninger, WSJ. Kori Schake, Hoover Shadow Government. Richard A Epstein, Hoover Institution, Chicago Law.  

Richard Epstein on the John Batchelor Show (19:17)

Guests: Daniel Henninger, WSJ. Kori Schake, Hoover Shadow Government. Richard A Epstein, Hoover Institution, Chicago Law.  

Michael Petrilli on WABE Radio

Georgia is scheduled to adopt new tests for students in grades 3-12 next year to assess the Common Core education standards. However, officials are on a