I hope I’m not jeopardizing E.D. Kain’s perch at New Majority (congrats, E.D.!), but I do take issue with David Frum’s selective appreciation for one of my favorite 19th century political movements. In addition to defending free trade, sound money, and a meritocratic civil service, the Mugwumps were also noted anti-imperialists. I wonder if Frum will rediscover that aspect of their historic legacy?
Mugwumps!
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Borat: “I do a picture, only small, of the Tishnik Masacre. Where many Uzbeks…crushed!”
Kindly Gray Hippie: “How did you feel when you drew this?”
Borat: “Very proud!”.
KGH: “I’m just listening with sadness…a little sadness for your people…?”
Borat: “Yes…no, it is not sad. It is us who do the kill!”
When in doubt,
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I will be glad when the U.S. can sit of the North American frontporch, train a few smart guard dogs to keep things safe, enjoy its successes at home, completely open up trade, and allow countries like Afghanistan and Iraq to find their own way.
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