Mental Forays Into the Radical Center
This week we look at a controversial arms deal with Saudi Arabia, for which Donald Trump is citing a “National Emergency” in order to bypass Congress. Continue reading 06.16.19. It’s Always Sunny in Saudi Arabia
On this edition of Middle Theory, things get heated between old friends in Washington, as communications between Attorney General William Barr and Special Counsel Robert Mueller take center stage. Continue reading 05.04.19. Barr Wars Episode Two: The Empire Bites Back
On this edition of Middle Theory, we talk with Vincent Cefalu, a former undercover ATF agent, whistleblower, and author of the forthcoming book Ratsnakes about his time with the agency. Continue reading 04.26.19. Ratsnakes
This week, after taking a look at the biology behind politics and partisan attitudes, we present an update on the recent arrest of Julian Assange on behalf of the United States. Continue reading 04.12.19. The Straight Dope/Assange is Out
On this edition of Middle Theory, we offer commentary on the recent appearance of Alex Jones on Joe Rogan’s podcast, as well as the media event that became Michael Cohen’s testimony before Congress. Continue reading 03.02.19. Mixers and Fixers
This week, we look at Donald Trump’s recent declaration of a National Emergency, along with the precedent for the decision, and it’s possible implications. Continue reading 02.17.19. The United States of Emergency
This week, a scandal involving Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos and the “complexifier” of his Washington Post ownership leads to legitimate questions about the Amazon company’s deep-state associations. Continue reading 02.09.19. The Complexifier
This week we look at the history of government secrecy since the end of World War II, the reasons for it, and the role of the press and other organizations in promoting transparency. Continue reading 01.18.19. Secrecy and the Fourth Estate
This week on Middle Theory, we look at the details behind what has led to the longest U.S. government shutdown in history. Kicking things off this week, it’s been tough times for government employees, hundreds of thousands of whom haven’t Continue reading 01.12.19. Shutdown
On this first edition of Middle Theory for 2019, a rift is growing in the GOP, with vocal opposition to Donald Trump following an op-ed by newly elected Utah Senator Mitt Romney. Continue reading 01.05.19. GOP: Civil War
This week on Middle Theory, we look at Trump’s sudden decision to withdraw troops from Syria, and the resulting resignation of Defense Secretary Jim Mattis. Continue reading 12.22.18. Syria Withdrawal Syndrome
This week on Middle Theory, we look at the idea of the “Santa Claus Rally,” and dire economic forecasts for the future of the American economy. Continue reading 12.17.18. Santa Claus Rally: Boom or Bust?