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To Crack 21st-Century Populism, Revisit the 17th Century

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James Gibney @jamesgibney.bsky.social · 5d

The mid-1600s were convulsed by a familiar clash between Court and Country. How it ended offers lessons for understanding MAGA and Brexit, says Adrian Wooldridge www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti...

One way to cope with our confusing times is to look back at the past. Studying history does more than provide us with perspective on the rush of events. It suggests how they might unfold in the future...

Colombia’s Petro Keeps Showing How Not to Handle the US

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James Gibney @jamesgibney.bsky.social · 5d

The antics of Colombia's president show exactly how not to handle relations with the US, says @jpspinetto.bsky.social www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti...

If there was a ranking of anti-American leaders, Gustavo Petro would be near the top.

Latin America’s Motorcycle Boom Has Hidden Costs

James Gibney @jamesgibney.bsky.social · 8d

The growing popularity of motorcycles is fueling a public health and road-safety crisis in Latin America, says @jpspinetto.bsky.social www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti...

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James Gibney @jamesgibney.bsky.social · 12d

I hope all Americans are aware of the "national security threat" that imported upholstered furniture poses to the American way of life. You remember, of course, the comfy chair used by the Spanish Inquisition...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XnS49c9KZw8

James Gibney @jamesgibney.bsky.social · 14d

Hmmm. A good one. But I see your "The Boxer" and raise you "An American Tune."

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Bloomberg Opinion @opinion.bloomberg.com · 14d

The Trump administration views the UN as a useless, woke cesspool. Instead, it reflects the world as it is, assembled to “save humanity from hell,” writes @andreaskluth.bsky.social.

Read the column: bit.ly/4nncG2s

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James Gibney @jamesgibney.bsky.social · 14d

I pray for the happy ascent of all those who believe in an imminent Rapture to whatever glorious destiny awaits them. I will remain on Earth as a bottom-feeder. Pass the red wine.

James Gibney @jamesgibney.bsky.social · 18d

As Argentina's football great gets ready to hang up his cleats, he leaves many off-the-field lessons that apply no matter your profession, says @jpspinetto.bsky.social www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti...

The White House Is Noisily Mobilizing the World’s Far Right

James Gibney @jamesgibney.bsky.social · 20d

Remember the Communist International? The Trump administration is trying to forge a “Popintern” — Populist International — with right-wing parties in democracies. says @andreaskluth.bsky.social www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti...

Remember the Communist International? The Trump administration is trying to forge a “Popintern” — Populist International — with right-wing parties in democracies.

Opinion | Lula: Brazilian Democracy and Sovereignty Are Non-Negotiable

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James Gibney @jamesgibney.bsky.social · 23d

@unitedairlinesx.bsky.social first our flight was delayed because of a computer problem. Now we've landed at Dulles and there's no gate available. Lot of unhappy people on board, missing connections.DO BETTER

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James Gibney @jamesgibney.bsky.social · 23d

Well, at least Brazil has a statesman as a leader....https://www.nytimes.com/2025/09/14/opinion/lula-da-silva-brazil-trump-bolsonaro.html

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Milei’s Big Loss in Buenos Aires Offers a Teachable Moment

James Gibney @jamesgibney.bsky.social · 29d

The self-styled lion of Argentine politics received a taming in Sunday’s local election. Instead of picking more fights, he needs to cultivate allies, says @jpspinetto.bsky.social www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti...

The self-styled lion of Argentine politics needs to realize that contempt and grandstanding don’t amount to a viable political strategy.

The U.S. Starts Buying Eggs From Russia

James Gibney @jamesgibney.bsky.social · Sep 7

The US is actually ROLLING BACK some sanctions on Russia substack.com/app-link/pos...

And Treasury issues a waiver for some diamonds

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James Gibney @jamesgibney.bsky.social · Sep 5

FEMA has had staffing gaps over the past few years. Surprise, surprise -- reductions under Trump have made them bigger, even as the demands on FEMA have continued to grow. Pray that we get a break this hurricane season www.gao.gov/assets/gao-2...

James Gibney @jamesgibney.bsky.social · Sep 5

As odd political partnerships go, the rapport between US President Donald Trump and Mexico’s leftist leader, Claudia Sheinbaum, is among the least expected, says @jpspinetto.bsky.social www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti...

The One Leftist the White House Tolerates (for Now)

The unlikely partnership between the US and Mexico’s nationalist government is yielding results on security. But trade remains the ultimate test.

James Gibney @jamesgibney.bsky.social · Sep 4

Waiting for the monarchists on the Supreme Court to confirm that Mad King Don can do whatever he wants and that the American Revolution and the Constitution were mistakes. Nice synchronicity with 250th anniversary. Someone get John Roberts a wig.

The US Has Outsourced Its Gaza Policy to Israel

James Gibney @jamesgibney.bsky.social · Sep 4

Bird’s-eye and worm’s-eye views suggest that the Trump administration has no plan for the Gaza Strip, except to let Netanyahu do whatever he wants, says @andreaskluth.bsky.social www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti...

Bird’s-eye and worm’s-eye views suggest that the Trump administration has no plan for the Palestinians, except to let Netanyahu do whatever he wants.

James Gibney @jamesgibney.bsky.social · Sep 3

"Kafkaesque" doesn't do this justice: While the US is sending a small armada to intimidate Venezuela's dictator, the US Department of Homeland Security today said conditions there have improved so much that Venezuelans can no longer claim Temporary Protected Status in the US.

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Bloomberg Opinion @opinion.bloomberg.com · Sep 3

Nigel Farage has emerged as the UK’s prime minister-in-waiting, says Adrian Wooldridge. But is he peaking too soon? 🎥

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James Gibney @jamesgibney.bsky.social · Sep 3

The unholy nexus of AI and crypto with crypto is kind of like 19th-century snake oil salesmen riding a maglev train.

Congress Already Knows How to Help Ukraine

James Gibney @jamesgibney.bsky.social · Aug 29

In an ideal world, the US would back Ukraine all the way. In this world, it could try to protect Ukraine as it has for decades helped Taiwan, says @andreaskluth.bsky.social
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In an ideal world, the US would back Ukraine to the hilt. In this world, it could at least help Ukraine as it has for decades supported Taiwan.

Copper May Be the Color of Argentina’s Future

James Gibney @jamesgibney.bsky.social · Aug 26

Argentina has a unique opportunity to become one of the largest copper producers — and prove it is stable enough to attract and reward big, long-term investments, says @jpspinetto.bsky.social www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti...

The South American nation has a unique opportunity to become one of the world’s largest copper producers — and prove that it is stable enough to attract and reward big, long-term investments.

This War on Expertise Thrills America’s Enemies

James Gibney @jamesgibney.bsky.social · Aug 26

As America keeps firing or intimidating its diplomats, spies and analysts, Russia, China and others must be doing cartwheels, says @andreaskluth.bsky.social www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti...

China, Russia and America's other foes must be happy about the Trump administration’s national-security purge.

James Gibney @jamesgibney.bsky.social · Aug 26

Let's be clear--there is no figure in the GOP capable or willing to stand up to II Douche. It's 2026 or bust for the Dems and the Republic.