Fresh Trump tariff threats against China now target $200 billion in goods
"Beijing vowing to retaliate 'forcefully' against President Donald Trump’s vow to slap duties on another $200 billion in Chinese imports."
"Beijing vowing to retaliate 'forcefully' against President Donald Trump’s vow to slap duties on another $200 billion in Chinese imports."
"There’s little room for indiscretions, imperfections, or acts of independence—especially not when the government can listen in on your phone calls, monitor your driving habits, track your movements, scrutinize your purchases and peer through the walls of your home."
"There were two big temptations to the American Republic of the 1950s; subsequent generations gave in to both of them."
"The ACLU’s move from neutral protector of civil liberties to partisan advocate of liberal politics is both a symptom and consequence [of extremes gaining power]."
"It is not just that power corrupts, it is that already corrupt people seek power."
"Few commentators are recognizing the vast peril to democracy posed by the sweeping prerogatives of federal agencies."
"India’s government is looking for a company to analyze social media posts to help boost nationalism and neutralize any 'media blitzkrieg by India’s adversaries.'"
"US, Dutch, British, Danish and German governments have been funding the White Helmets, a non-governmental organization, through proxies for around five years."
"Is Berkeley’s pledge actually achievable? Evidence from other cities suggests ambitious climate plans often fail."
"The German company Adidas may provide shoes for players forced to switch last minute as recent EU law has sought to shield EU companies from American sanctions on Iran."