"an asymmetric but reciprocal relationship in which weaker states traded some freedom of action for security, access, and economic benefits, while retaining the capacity to negotiate, resist, or shape outcomes.That sovereignty, in turn, lent American empire its legitimacy and extended its authority"

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lots of patrick stewart memories, but this one rises to the top for me. What has the European Convention on Human Rights ever done for us?

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Posting on the Israeli election outcome by Yair Golan, the leader of The Democrats opposition party in Israel:

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Two posts in a row from the same pro-Israel organization: Israeli Palestinian politicians are the "enemy within," and so cannot be allowed in any government, but also, their success in the election proves what a successful pluralist democracy Israel is. Incredible.

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The Pentagon says it spent $47.1 billion fighting Iran until Oct. 16, but that appears to be a low-ball count that excludes extra fuel expenses, base repairs, etc., reports @nytimes.com’s @erschm.bsky.social. www.nytimes.com/2026/10/27/u...

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