U.S. politics

This used to be a boring topic, but this has changed in recent years. There could be no greater contrast between the theatrics of U.S. politics and the “drained of drama” German Bundestag – with the exception of the occasional outbursts of the recently-formed right-wing party.

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What is the Inquisition doing in 21st-century America?

Looking at U.S. politics over the past few years, Germans recognize many patterns from the

06
Nov
The Great Resignation is leading to great consternation

The staffing shortage in the U.S. and Europe was visible everywhere during my recent trip

03
Jul
My cowboy boots didn’t fool the cowboy

I thought cowboy boots would help me develop my rodeo skills. An evening at the

25
Jun
In awe of Colorado’s awfully good athletes

Hiking and biking regularly might lead you to believe you’re in good shape. If you

19
Jun
Canada, oh Canada, what have you done?

Canada and New Zealand have been bastions of rationality until the trucker protests broke out.

19
Feb
Stand down, parler, this word is too good to debauch

Language is constantly in flux. Words come, words go, and sometimes their meaning changes altogether.

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19
Jan
From Munich to Philadelphia with love

A chat group of expat Americans provides moral support during a days-long chat leading to

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14
Dec
Mail-in ballots are sometimes the only way to vote

Mail-in ballots should be simple and foolproof. The technology is there, so why not use

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09
Oct