Author: BooMan

Observations on the Plan for Iraq and Syria

This afternoon I spent an hour and fifteen minutes on a conference call with three “senior administration officials” who gave me a preview of Obama’s speech and strategy. I spent most of the time on the call...

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That’s a Bad Argument

I don’t think Mark Sumner is convincing at all. He declares that “ISIS represents no threat to the United States. None.” That’s a hard sell to the parents of American hostages still held by ISIS. I think...

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Awaiting Obama’s Big Speech

I’m struggling to write about the situation in Iraq and Syria in part because I want to hear what the president has to say. One thing I believe already, however, is that Congress ought to debate and authorize the action...

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Sam Wang is Keeping Me Sane

My confidence level on holding the Senate is beginning to get just a little wobbly, so I am pleased to see Sam Wang explain his model. I have a lot of confidence in his abilities to predict election outcomes. I also have a lot...

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