Category Archives: Judiciary

‘Is There a Dignified Legal Way, Preferably in Latin, to Say “Holy Shit”?’

Posted on May 29, 2025 by Naomi

Paul Krugman asked this question as his response to the U.S. International Court of Trade decision soundly thumping Trump’s tariff mania. Immediately, I grabbed my Latin-English dictionary. “Holy” is easy. It sprung to mind without the dictionary. Sacer (sacred to … Continue reading →

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Paul Krugman’s departure left a huge hole in the NYT

Posted on February 1, 2025 by Naomi

Fortunately for those of us who have a slippery grasp of worldwide economics but know it’s important to understand it, Paul Krugman is now publishing what he wants to say, how he wants to say it and when he wants … Continue reading →

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Don’t pull your hair out over news about dismissals!

Posted on November 25, 2024 by Naomi

Jack Smith has to dismiss because presidents can’t be prosecuted while in office. But, as the New York Times just wrote: Jack Smith, the special counsel who brought a pair of felony cases against Donald J. Trump, one accusing him … Continue reading →

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