Posts by James Joyner

James Joyner
About James Joyner
James Joyner is a Professor of Security Studies. He's a former Army officer and Desert Storm veteran. Views expressed here are his own. Follow James on Twitter @DrJJoyner.

Flagship University Arms Race

The oldest state institutions of higher education are spending money to make money.

Friday’s Forum

Robbie Robertson, 1943-2023

The leader of The Band is gone at 80.

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Washington and Lee Cancels Lee’s Horse—But Not Lee

A case in misplaced priorities.

Thursday’s Forum

American Physicians Make a Lot of Money!

They average more than any other occupation and considerably more than their European counterparts.

Righting Past Wrongs

Thousands of LGBTQ veterans are seeking to have their discharges upgraded.

Biden Energy Subsidies More Popular Than Projected

The projections were way off—in a good way.

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The Injustice of Place

A new book looks at the confluence of geography and disadvantage.

The Town Without Elections Redux

Updating the political saga of Newbern, Alabama.

Televising Trump’s Trial

His lawyers and Democratic lawmakers are urging an exception.

Florida Backs Down, Allows AP Psychology

Sanity has prevailed.

The End of the Power 5 Era

The rapidly changing face of college sports.

Trump Vows to ‘Come After’ Foes

If you thought the first term was bad, you ain’t seen nothing yet.

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Biden Wants Federal Workers Back at the Office

A pandemic-inspired perk seems to be going away.

Florida’s School Censorship Runs Into Roadblocks

The state has banned the teaching of science in science classes.

Unenthusiastic Voters Not Donating

The electorate is less alarmed than it was four years ago. Which is good!

The World Is Catching Up

Americans have taken the dominance of the Women’s National Team for granted.

The Biggest Trump Indictment

The one we’ve all been waiting for.

Wednesday’s Forum

America’s Forgotten Empire

Our Pacific territories are giving more than they’re getting.

Public Confidence in Military Lowest in Decades

There has been a steady decline the last five years.

Could Trump Really Be President Again?

It’s not nearly as far-fetched as most of us would like to believe.

How Does This War End?

Russian war crimes have made a diplomatic settlement next to impossible.

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The Good Old Days

Back when people were kinder and man’s word was his bond.

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House and Senate on Defense Bill Collision Course

A standoff over social issues may derail a $900 billion budget bill.

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Private Ownership of the Commons

The English are having a periodic reassertion of the “right to roam.”

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Trump Charged With Additional Crimes in Documents Case

He is not a master criminal.

US to Cooperate with Hague on Russia War Crimes

President Biden has ended a months-long impasse.

Pentagon Senior Leader Backlog Growing

The standoff with Senator Tuberville is reaching crisis levels.

Sinead O’Connor, 1966-2023

The Irish singer-activist is gone at 56.

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McConnell Freezes During Press Conference

The 81-year-old Republican leader seems to still suffering from his fall.

Bowe Bergdahl’s Conviction Overturned

The trial judge had a conflict of interest.

Wednesday’s Forum

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More on Small Town Justice

A deep tradition rightly under scrutiny.

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‘Affirmative Action for the Rich’ in College Admissions

After other controls are applied, household income is still a huge advantage.

What Would It Take to Beat Trump for the Republican Nomination?

The former President has a 50 point lead. Is he unstoppable?

Intra-Party Fight Over SALT Cap

Some New York Republicans are fighting for their constituents and against the GOP leadership.

Lisa Franchetti to be First Woman Military Service Chief

President Biden has again made history.

Trump’s Disgrace

The chickens are slowly coming home to roost.

But What About Trump?

Must every topic be viewed through that lens?

Democratic Majority Emerging After All?

Today’s youth cohort might actually vote.

DeSantis Policies Come Home to Roost at New College

He’s getting what he wants.

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Phone Numbers

When something simple isn’t so simple.

Wednesday’s Forum

Europe Becoming Poorer?

The Eurozone is falling further behind the United States.

Mil, Mali, Let’s Call the Whole Thing Off

A simple typo misdirected millions of emails intended for the US military.

Fear of a Third Party

The Electoral College is holding a nation of millions back.