Question: Is the US-Iran War is driven by a desire for influence?

Hegemony is dominant influence, not violence. A county can be influential without being violent. But the quickest way to expand power is through violence. And violence often comes with the territory of hegemony.

Question: Are democracies, free coffees, and world-class retail businesses worth fighting for?

What makes a retailer world class? Great products and services at an affordable price?! Everything in one place?! FREE COFFEE?! There may be more to this than meets the eye…

On Battle Cry of Freedom: The Civil War era

“Battle Cry of Freedom: The Civil War Era” by James McPherson explores the concept of freedom and its preservation in America. The Pulitzer Prize-winning book delves into the complexities of individual, regional, and national interests in America in the 1800’s. The book presents an opportunity to learn from history.