Classical Liberalism vs National Conservatism: Israel Case

Fundamentals of Contemporary Geopolitics /

By Ron Raskin Shifting tectonic plates in the geopolitical landscape are sending ripples across the globe, rapidly transforming Western democracies. One of the biggest changes happening today is the rise of national conservatism, which prioritizes national interests, while classical liberalism, which emphasizes individual rights, is declining. In Europe, classical liberalism has traditionally been represented by […]

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Israel’s Colorful Society

Society and Demography /

By Ron Raskin Israel is a small country, but anyone who visits it will notice how colorful its society is. You’ll see Arabs in both traditional and modern clothing, Druze, Bedouins, religious Jews dressed in 18th-century-style clothing, and secular Jews in shorts and T-shirts. Just like their different clothing styles, each group has its own

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Freedom from the Heart: Staying United Without Losing Ourselves

Political Philosophy /

By Bender Rize We humans are a peculiar species. We crave freedom like air, yet without others, we feel unmoored. History shouts this truth at every turn—from the glow of ancient campfires to the towering skylines of today, we’ve always reached for one another. This pull isn’t just habit; it’s rooted deep within us, like

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The Game of the Century: Trump’s Gaza Plan, Putin Talks & Munich Conference

Reflections on Geopolitical Topics /

By Ron Raskin Trump’s plan for Gaza, his talks with Putin, and Vance’s speech at the Munich Conference shocked European officials, who mostly stick to long-standing political views. It’s no surprise that the internet is full of heated debates, with each side convinced they are 100% right and the other side is completely wrong. But,

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Trump’s Gaza Plan

Reflections on Geopolitical Topics /

By Ron Raskin On February 4, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump proposed a plan for Gaza that includes relocating its population, either temporarily or permanently. While it’s unlikely that this plan will be fully or partially implemented, it is the first time someone states loud and clear, that the “Palestinian cause” is deeply infected by radical

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Either the Collapse of Western Society or Demography Centered Society

Society and Demography /

By Ron Raskin Today’s economy favors high productivity and high income per person. The environment is very competitive, and the time and energy required for success make it hard to support large families. Social norms also don’t encourage having more children. This leads to a decline in the influence of Western democracies in the global

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The Game of the Century: Trump’s Threats to Canada, Greenland, and Panama, and the Bigger Picture

Reflections on Geopolitical Topics /

By Ron Raskin Lately, we’ve been hearing a series of strange statements from Donald Trump, such as the idea of buying Greenland or Canada becoming the 51st state. Whether these statements are serious or just a joke doesn’t really matter, as there’s often a grain of truth in every joke. So, what do these statements

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