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New Mexico’s governor seems to think it’s okay to ignore the Supreme Court
Henry Olsen
Time will tell whether Lujan Grisham’s order is just another failed effort at political signaling or the start of a much more serious challenge to the Supreme Court’s authority.
The Washington Post / September 12, 2023
Requiem for a Dumpster Full of Books
Lance Morrow
The magic of print is that it codifies the great human inventory in physical form. No screen can do that.
Wall Street Journal / September 8, 2023
How McCarthy can break the logjam with the Freedom Caucus for good
Henry Olsen
Republican leaders should broker a comprehensive governing agenda with all party factions, treating each as though they were separate parties.
Washington Post / September 7, 2023
Trump might have the lead in Iowa, but he has one big weakness
Henry Olsen
It would be easy to conclude from the polls that Donald Trump will cruise to victory in Iowa’s caucuses in January.
Washington Post / August 30, 2023
GOP Candidates Are Glossing Over Two Big Illegal-Immigration Solutions
Henry Olsen
A supply-side-heavy immigration policy is bound to disappoint.
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National Review / August 25, 2023
Biden’s involvement in his son’s dealings deserves a serious investigation
Henry Olsen
But only a complete investigation can ensure that it’s nothing worse.
Washington Post / August 22, 2023
Republicans defend Trump at their own risk
Henry Olsen
A jury might be swayed to overlook legal deficiencies and convict Trump. Appellate courts would likely not be so forgiving.
Washington Post / August 15, 2023
New Zealand is showing what a viable libertarianism looks like
Henry Olsen
In New Zealand, many conservatives are beginning to embrace an old ideology: libertarianism.
Washington Post / August 10, 2023
Republicans saved democracy in 2020
Henry Olsen
If you love our democracy, thank Republicans for the fact we still have it.
The Washington Post / August 4, 2023
Admit it, GOP. Trump’s legal woes make him an unviable candidate.
Henry Olsen
The revelation that Donald Trump’s political action committee spent more than $40 million on legal fees in the first half of 2023 does more than cast doubt on the former president’s ability to run a competitive primary campaign.
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The Washington Post / August 1, 2023
Backlash to climate policies is growing
Henry Olsen
Around the world, nations are choosing to prioritize economic growth and national interest over climate policy
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The Washington Post / July 24, 2023