David Frum's Blog, page 71

Who Are the Republican Wonks?

The Daily Dish assembles Reihan Salam tweets into a sad assessment of the conservative policy debate.

Chris Christie is the Real Deal

A Quinnipiac Poll shows support for Chris Christie in New Jersey (14 electoral votes) that is simply astounding.

Does Austerity Work? Ask the Euros

In the past few years, austerity has been highly regarded as the best means to end the Euro crisis. Paul Krugman of the New York Times has consistently been outspoken against austerity, and now calls it a failure. This is exemplified by the recent election in Italy, which has seemingly left the government in disarray.

Another 'Responsible Gun Owner'

From Florida:

How Else Can We Encourage Illegal Immigration?

Justin Wolfers observes how the minimum wage divides the economics profession.

The GOP Needs A Little of Everything

Ross Douthat offers an entry in the Claremont Review debate over the future of conservatism. He's inspired me to more thinking. Pending that, here's Ross:

Democrats, More United than Republicans

Who Cares About the Deficit, Part X

Michael Tesler, in a guest post at the Monkey Cage blog, looks at how partisan attitudes on the deficit are shaped by who's in power:

What Do Arab Spring Protestors Want Most?

According to Hernando de Soto in the Wall Street Journal, it's all about basic property rights:

RedState is Hiring Reporters

Bravo to RedState, which announced today it will be hiring two reporters in Washington, D.C. The more dedicated journalism in DC, the better. RedStateeditor Erick Erickson explaines the rationale behind expanding his site into original reporting: