Author: Gabriel King
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The New Right Takeover of Conservative Conferences: A Shift Away from Serious Conversation
Political conferences are a valuable resource for college conservatives seeking to learn from some of the most brilliant minds of their generation. However, what happens when these conferences take a New Right turn that some college conservatives refuse to follow? This article explores the recent trend of conservative conferences being dominated by the MAGA crowd…
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The Latest Round of Inflation is Functionally Solved: What You Need to Know
The latest round of inflation is functionally solved and barring any exogenous shock to the economy, it should be fully resolved in about two months. This is not a prophecy, but rather an observation that is widely misunderstood. The headline CPI data, which is the main reported figure, is only catching up with the reality.…
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Smoke Gets in Your Eyes: Reflections on Wildfires, Politics, and More
New York City and other areas have been engulfed in smoke from Quebec wildfires, creating a strange experience for residents. It reminded me of a cartoon I once saw in The Spectator, depicting people stepping outside a theater during intermission for a smoke break. One person jokes, “Just popping in for some fresh air.” For…
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Riccardo Muti Reflects on his Life, Music, and Beliefs
Riccardo Muti, the Italian conductor, has been a fixture in the world of classical music for decades. Born in Naples in 1941, he has conducted orchestras all over the world. He has been the music director of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra since 2010, but his tenure is coming to an end. After a recent concert,…