Martin van Creveld: Britain’s smartest leader warned about open borders in 1968. It blew their minds.

Summary: Europe's leaders have opened their borders to immigrants with radically different cultures. It's one of history's largest public policy experiments, made with little or no planning or research about its consequences. In 1968 Enoch Powell, a genius British politician, foresaw this -- and warned about its effects on Britain. The generation now growing up … Continue reading Martin van Creveld: Britain’s smartest leader warned about open borders in 1968. It blew their minds. →

Martin van Creveld warns about the infantilization of our youth

Summary: Martin van Creveld looks at a disturbing trend in the West -- the increasing age of adulthood. We expect less maturity from young adults and deny them the responsibility that helps them grow. They live down to our expectations. Both they and society are the losers from this. “Infantilization” By Martin van Creveld. … Continue reading Martin van Creveld warns about the infantilization of our youth →

Martin van Creveld advises Trump to not repeat Obama’s errors & invade Syria

Summary: Martin van Creveld warns Trump against taking his generals' advice and invading Syria, repeating Obama's mistakes in Iraq and Afghanistan. History show that his odds of success are low. “Are You Listening, President Trump?” By Martin van Creveld. From his website, 16 March 2017. Re-posted with his generous permission. Fifty-six years ago, President Kennedy … Continue reading Martin van Creveld advises Trump to not repeat Obama’s errors & invade Syria →