Daily Archives: March 15, 2018

On The Downsides Of The State As Surrogate Parent

Posted on March 15, 2018 by nathanalbright

Despite the manifest failures of paternalistic government as seen around the world, the United States has in its own ways sought to adopt a paternalistic approach when it comes to dealing with abusive and neglectful parents.  It is perhaps ironic … Continue reading →

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Book Review: War Time

Posted on March 15, 2018 by nathanalbright

War Time:  An Idea, Its History, Its Consequences, by Mary L. Dudziak Initially, it would seem like an easy thing to define what war time is.  It is the opposite of peace time, duh.  However, the author manages to demonstrate … Continue reading →

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Book Review: War Is A Force That Gives Us Meaning

Posted on March 15, 2018 by nathanalbright

War Is A Force That Gives Us Meaning, by Chris Hedges This book’s title, if it was not immediately obvious, is highly ironic since the author (as might be expected) looks to love to provide meaning and views war in … Continue reading →

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