Trump’s pardon of former Arizona sheriff Joe Arpaio does not bode well for respect for the law under his administration.
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An Unpardonable Pardon
Tag Archives: Donald Trump
The Pentagon’s Transgender ‘Problem’
U.S. military forces did not have a transgender problem until the commander-in-chief created one.
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A Quiet Summer On Capitol Hill
Senate Republicans are taking steps to make sure that their August vacation doesn’t create a window for ill-advised recess appointments.
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The ADHD Presidency
A presidency’s early days are precious, but Trump handles them like a child in need of a Ritalin prescription.
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Recusing The Notorious R.B.G.
Justice Ginsburg made plain her distaste for President Trump, but impolitic honesty is not grounds for recusal.
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The Iran Nuclear Deal’s Secret Side
Sometimes a bombshell that looks like a dud can blow up in your face.
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Meet Donald Trump, The Bulletin Board
The president of the United States is a public official, but that does not make his Twitter feed a public utility.
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The NewsHour Presents The End Of The World
Can hysterical debate produce rational decisions? The Paris climate deal provides a clue.
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A Really Bad Tax Cut Idea
Should entrepreneurs’ income be taxed at lower rates than those paid by their employees?
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Putting A Deadline On DACA
DACA was doomed regardless of President Trump’s decision to end it. Now it’s time for Congress to act.
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