The Cold War Has Not Returned (And Probably Won’t, Unless We Insist On It)

Michael Moynihan’s article, framing Chavez’s power-grab and the upcoming Russian elections as evidence of “the Cold War’s return,” wouldn’t merit much comment, except that he makes this claim as he tries to tell his audience why they should care about what happens in the domestic politics of other countries: Despite their obvious contempt for democratic institutions, both leaders still … Continue reading The Cold War Has Not Returned (And Probably Won’t, Unless We Insist On It)