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1. The Limits of Liberalism.

Author

Galston, William

Subjects
*LIBERALISM, *REFUGEES, *POLITICAL community
Abstract

Bryan Garsten's essay suggests that liberal polities should be understood as offering "refuge" from overweening public power. While there are sound arguments to support this approach, it downplays the affirmative exercise of public power in the liberal state and leads to policy proposals—such as a more generous stance toward refugees—that may not make sense when taking into account both the right of political communities to put the needs of their members first and the considerations that have led to rising doubts throughout Western democracies about accepting large numbers of refugees at this time. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2024
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4. THE CASE FOR NATIONALISM: 12 Arguments.

Author

GALSTON, WILLIAM A.

Subjects
*ANTIDOTES, *NATIONALISM, *CIVIL religion, *DEMOCRACY, *POLITICAL systems
Abstract

The article discusses critics charged that national self-interest had prevented democratic governments from cooperating to end the Great Depression. Topics include construction of international institutions and norms-in economics, politics, and human rights-as antidotes to nationalist excesses dominated Western diplomacy; the global struggle between liberal democracy and communism muted the expression of nationalist sentiments on both sides of the Iron Curtain.

Published
2022

6. Kamala Harris Has Three Great Weeks Down, 12 to Go.

Author

Galston, William A.

Subjects
*POLITICAL campaigns, *ELECTORAL college
Abstract

Kamala Harris has had a successful three weeks in the 2024 presidential race, while Donald Trump has struggled. Polls show that Democrats are as likely to vote as Republicans, and Harris's supporters are voting for her rather than against Trump. However, the race is still close, with Harris leading by less than 1 point nationally and Pennsylvania being a dead heat. Harris must defend the Biden-Harris administration's record on inflation and immigration and convince swing voters that she no longer holds left-leaning positions. Despite the odds shifting in Harris's favor, she needs to get closer to her potential support to win. [Extracted from the article]

Published
2024

7. J.D. Vance's Disregard for the Rule of Law.

Author

Galston, William A.

Subjects
*JUDGES, *PRESIDENTS of the United States, *BLUE collar workers, *LEGAL reasoning, *PRESIDENTIAL candidates, *ABORTION laws
Published
2024

12. The Enduring Vulnerability of Liberal Democracy.

Author

Galston, William A.

Subjects
*LIBERALISM, *INTERNATIONAL cooperation, *RELIGIOUS communities
Abstract

Liberal democracy is under pressure and on the defensive. Well before the covid-19 outbreak, antiliberal politicians and intellectuals had issued a complex bill of particulars against liberalism. Populists charged that liberalism had become a cloak for antidemocratic elitism that took power away from rank-and-file citizens while undermining their economic interests. Nationalists alleged that liberalism bred international institutions and laws that invaded nations' sovereignty and hobbled the pursuit of legitimate national interests. Cultural traditionalists claimed that liberal individualism eroded moral and religious communities and that liberal freedom erased the distinction between liberty and license. Yet these populist, nationalist, and cultural-traditionalist critiques are based on misunderstandings of liberalism. Like every other form of government, liberal democracy has inherent structural weaknesses that the difficulties of the moment exacerbate but do not create. Wise leadership can mitigate these weaknesses, but it cannot eliminate them. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2020
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14. Trump's Plan to Expand Executive Power.

Author

Galston, William A.

Subjects
*EXECUTIVE power, *UNDOCUMENTED immigrant children, *CITIZENSHIP, *EXECUTIVE advisory bodies, *JUDGES, *LEGISLATIVE voting
Published
2024

15. The Populist Right Rises in Portugal.

Author

Galston, William A.

Subjects
*RIGHT-wing populism, *POLITICAL scientists, *POLITICAL parties, *FEDERAL government, *GOVERNMENT policy, *TORTURE
Published
2024

16. Mass Deportation Would Be a Disaster.

Author

Galston, William A.

Subjects
*DEPORTATION, *LABOR market, *UNITED States presidential election, 2024, *EMIGRATION & immigration, *BORDER patrol agents, *CONCENTRATION camps
Published
2024

19. The Post-Covid Truancy Epidemic.

Author

Galston, William A.

Subjects
*COVID-19 pandemic, *LOW-income students, *COVID-19, *HABIT, *LOSS aversion
Published
2024

24. The Danger of Making a Religion of Politics.

Author

Galston, William A.

Subjects
*RELIGION & politics, *POLITICAL systems, *HAZARDS, *WESTERN society, *CONSTITUTIONS
Abstract

The article discusses the danger of treating politics as a religion and the decline of confidence in liberal democracy. It argues that the decline in religious belief is not the sole cause of this decline, as there are simpler explanations such as poor governance and societal issues. The article warns against looking to politics as a replacement for religion, as it can lead to dangerous consequences and undermine the diversity of beliefs in free societies. Instead, the focus should be on better governance rather than a politics of meaning. [Extracted from the article]

Published
2024

25. Should the All Volunteer Force Be Replaced By Universal Mandatory National Service? Pro.

Author

Galston, William A.

Subjects
*DRAFT (Military service), *WAR, *RECRUITING & enlistment (Armed Forces), *COMPULSORY participation, *VOLUNTARY military service, *ARMED Forces, *VOLUNTEER service
Abstract

This article reports the author's opinion on whether the draft should be reintroduced. The author talks about the disconnect in understanding between sending the country to war and whether or not people would actually volunteer to fight in it. The moral consideration of being a citizen as a duty rather than a right is also argued.

Published
2006

27. Schumer Stumbles Into Israeli Politics.

Author

Galston, William A.

Abstract

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's recent speech on Israel has sparked contradictory sentiments among Democratic supporters of Israel. While there is fear for Israel's survival, there are also concerns about its conduct in Gaza. Schumer called on Israel to do more to help facilitate international efforts to avoid famine in Gaza, but he was criticized for demanding a new Israeli election and for interfering in Israel's internal affairs. Israeli sentiments about the war in Gaza are challenging for American liberals, with a majority of Jewish Israelis favoring military operations and opposing more humanitarian aid for Gaza. American leaders should try to understand these sentiments, but their advice may not be well-received until after the war ends and an official commission of inquiry issues its report. [Extracted from the article]

Published
2024

28. The Dire Cost of 'Peace' in Ukraine.

Author

Galston, William A.

Subjects
*PEACE, *INTERNATIONAL relations, *COST
Abstract

The article discusses the dire situation in Ukraine and the potential consequences of the United States' lack of support. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán recently met with former President Donald Trump and stated that Trump would not provide any financial assistance to Ukraine in its conflict with Russia. The article highlights three main problems facing Ukraine: a shortage of manpower, a lack of strong fortifications, and an ammunition shortage. Without adequate support, Ukraine's resistance to Russian aggression may weaken, allowing Putin to achieve his long-term goals. The article concludes by drawing a parallel between Trump's isolationist rhetoric and the Munich Agreement of 1938. [Extracted from the article]

Published
2024

33. The Border Threatens Biden's Re-Election.

Author

Galston, William A.

Subjects
*ELECTIONS, *DEMOCRATS (United States), *POLITICAL party leadership, *PRESIDENTIAL nominations, *UNDOCUMENTED immigrants
Published
2024

34. It's All Over but the General Election.

Author

Galston, William A.

Subjects
*ELECTIONS, *DEMOCRATS (United States), *PUBLIC opinion, *UNITED States presidential election, 2024, *BALLOTS, *PRIMARIES, *ABORTION laws
Published
2024

38. THE POPULIST CHALLENGE TO LIBERAL DEMOCRACY.

Author

Galston, William A.

Subjects
*LIBERTY, *POPULISM, *DEMOCRACY
Abstract

Across the West, economic dislocation and demographic change have triggered a demand for strong leaders. This surge of populism is more than an emotional backlash; it encourages a political structure that threatens liberal democracy. While populism accepts principles of popular sovereignty and majoritarianism, it is skeptical about constitutionalism and liberal protections for individuals. Moreover, populists’ definition of “the people” as homogeneous cannot serve as the basis for a modern democracy, which stands or falls with the protection of pluralism. Although this resurgent tribalism may draw strength from the incompleteness of life in liberal society, the liberal-democratic system uniquely harbors the power of self-correction, the essential basis for needed reforms. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2018
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40. THE POPULIST MOMENT.

Author

Galston, William A.

Subjects
*PRACTICAL politics, *DEMOCRACY, *WORLD War II
Abstract

The article focuses on the convergence of democratic politics since the Second World War.

Published
2017
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41. Twelve Theses on Nationalism.

Author

GALSTON, WILLIAM A.

Subjects
*NATIONALISM, *DEMOCRACY, *SOVEREIGNTY, *POLITICAL autonomy, UNITED States politics & government
Published
2019

42. Backsliding in Budapest.

Author

GALSTON, WILLIAM

Subjects
*RELIGION, *SOCIAL history, HUNGARIAN politics & government, 1989-, HISTORY of Budapest, Hungary, 1945-
Abstract

The article explores the political climate of Budapest, Hungary, as of 2018. Particular focus is given to what the author describes as a "retreat from democracy." Additional topics discussed include Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, tensions between Christians and Muslims in the country, and Orbán's anti-Semitic and anti-immigrant speeches.

Published
2018

43. Trump's Fate and Other 2024 Cliffhangers.

Author

Galston, William A.

Subjects
*UNITED States presidential election, 2024, *GOVERNMENT shutdown, *IMMIGRATION policy, *DEMOCRATS (United States), *REPUBLICANS, *PRESIDENTIAL elections
Published
2023

45. Biden and Ukraine Need a Senate Deal.

Author

Galston, William A.

Subjects
*MILITARY assistance, *INTERNATIONAL relations, FOREIGN relations of the United States, UNITED States armed forces
Published
2023

47. Geert Wilders's Warning for Joe Biden.

Author

Galston, William A.

Subjects
*RIGHT-wing populism, *POLITICAL development, *POPULIST parties (Politics), *POLITICAL refugees, *AMERICANS
Published
2023

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