Juan Cole's view of likely consequences of a Turkish invasion of the Kurdish region of Syria.

Another extrapolation on the same subject.

Netanyahu has sabotaged democracy in Israel in order to cling to power.

One way to end sectarian hostility in Northern Ireland is through integrated schools — integrated with Catholics and Protestants.

(satire) … Facebook unveiled a new Terms Of Service contract Tuesday that included compulsory conscription into Mark Zuckerberg’s upcoming war against the U.S. government.

Hong Kong suspends metro system and closes banks after violent protests. The ban on face masks enraged the people. The move could backfire.

Xi can crush Hong Kong if he resorts to unlimited force. What I hope is that that will boost general hatred for him and his repressive regime.

I think other countries should ban WeChat and the other Chinese digital systems that are used to impose conformity on Chinese people living outside China.