As tragic as September 11 was, it triggered a return to the American past – a nation driven by fear, not optimism.
Making the United States “democratic” Again
How the U.S. Senate’s filibuster rule must be modified to restore majority rule and give the U.S. a prayer to be a modern, dynamic country.
Jeffrey Sachs: Xi Propagandist?
One does not need to be a hardliner on China, just a global realist, to see that there is a vast gap between Xi’s rhetoric and reality.
The “Untied” States of America: No Longer Just a Typo
Americans’ willingness to work with each other and to learn from one another is becoming ever more deficient.
Donald Trump’s 40-Year Shadow
It will take future Democrats large majorities, luck and sustained effort to undo the national and global damage imposed by the Trump administration.
Why Trump’s Trade Policies May Resurrect COMECON
Stephan Richter talks with Marketplace host David Brancaccio on why Trump’s trade policies may resurrect COMECON, an old Communist trade policy.
American Royals: Rise of the Trump Monarchy
Thanks to Donald Trump’s dynastic planning, the United States will finally beat the British at the royalty glitz game.
The Trumps and the Fuggers
The Trumps want to become a dynasty like the Fugger family. Are they in the same league? Get the fugg outta here!
What Ails America on Health Care?
11 theses on what an undemocratic and unnecessary mess the world’s supposedly leading democracy finds itself in.
Trump’s Move Away From Globalization: Europe’s Perspective
Stephan Richter’s interview on NPR’s Marketplace Morning Report, on the latest G20 summit in Germany and signs of the U.S. under Trump backing away from globalization.