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Western civilization is under attack. At universities and in the media, professors and pundits decry Western civilization as exploitative, destructive, and without value. But fear not: coming to its defense is this "P.I." guide to Western civilization.

"Then again, there's something potent in that winking performance—a borderline unhinged devotion to the American promise that a person's destiny is entirely in their hands."

For all of the West's failings—terrible food, cold weather and questionable politicians with funny hair to name a few—it has its upsides. Konstantin would know. Growing up in the Soviet Union, he experienced first-hand the horrors of a socialist paradise gone wrong, having lived in extreme poverty with little access to even the most basic of necessities. It wasn't until he moved to the UK that Kisin found himself thriving in an open and tolerant society, receiving countless opportunities he would never have had otherwise.

Rolling Rural: A Podcast from the Illinois Rural Transit Assistance Center. We are part of the Illinois Institute for Rural Affairs at Western Illinois University. This podcast is made possible with funding from the Illinois Department of Transportation. We tell the stories of the people behind rural transit, featuring interviews with leaders and front line professionals working to connect communities across rural Illinois.

Spanning the years 1940 to 1965, Defender of the Realm, the third volume of William Manchester’s The Last Lion, picks up shortly after Winston Churchill became prime minister - when his tiny island nation stood alone against the overwhelming might of Nazi Germany. The Churchill portrayed by Manchester and Reid is a man of indomitable courage, lightning-fast intellect, and an irresistible will to action.

Updated with a fresh design and a new foreword by Chomsky, On Western Terrorism stands as an influential and powerful critique of the West's role in the world, inspiring all who read it to think independently and critically.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER | READ BY THE AUTHOR "Scott Jennings is a Patriot from the Great State of Kentucky... A Revolution of Common Sense was directly inspired by my Inaugural Address and the many Common Sense actions we have taken in our effort to MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN.... Scott totally...

Your essential daily source for Perth news and the greater Western Australia metro area, covering Perth, Fremantle, Joondalup, and surrounding communities. ExtraLocal Perth brings you the latest updates directly to your ears every single day, keeping you connected to the most isolated capital city in the world.Whether you're grabbing a flat white in the CBD, catching the sunset at Cottesloe Beach, or commuting from the northern suburbs of Joondalup or the historic streets of Fremantle, we deliver the stories that matter to you. From local politics in Parliament House to major events at Optus ...

Originally published in 1841, Moltke’s essay The Western Boundary delves into the intricate tapestry of Franco-German relations, tracing their evolution from the fall of the Roman Empire to the contemporary political landscape, all while challenging prevailing French narratives. This compelling examination follows the backdrop of Adolphe Thiers 1840 calls for the annexation of the left bank of the Rhine, which emerged after Frances capitulation to Britain and Russia over the Oriental question. Additionally, the collection includes Holland and Belgium in their Mutual Relations, a ...

In forensic and compelling detail, Jytte Klausen traces how Islamist revolutionaries exiled in Europe and North America in the 1990s helped create and control one of the world's most impactful terrorist movements - and how, after the near-obliteration of the organization during the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks, they helped build it again. She shows how the diffusion of Islamist terrorism to Europe and North America has been driven, not by local grievances of Western Muslims, but by the strategic priorities of the international Salafi-jihadist revolutionary movement.

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In the tradition of Why Nations Fail, this book solves one of the great puzzles of history: Why did the West become the most powerful civilization in the world? Western exceptionalism—the idea that European civilizations are freer, wealthier, and less violent—is a widespread and powerful...

Saddle up for a ride through the Wild West! Road Gang Radio welcomes Megan Kate Nelson, renowned author and American Western enthusiast, to discuss one particular film of this uniquely American artform. Whether its a long cattle drive of a convo with Jimmy Mac or a quick draw response by Lindsay, Megan Kate can be counted on for her insights on historical accuracy, listening for marginalized voices, and, crucially, a great time at the movies.

This sharp commentary on the rise and current decline of Western Civilization touches on historical moments - including the building of early universities in the Middle Ages and the American Revolution - and figures - including Augustine, Acquinas, Edmund Burke, and Adam Smith - that exemplify the faith-reason synthesis at the heart of Western Civilization, as well as the modern villains that threaten to destroy it.

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China's foreign policy initiatives, even the vaunted "Belt and Road", will be shaped and redefined as they confront the ground realities of local and regional politics outside China. In China's Western Horizon, Daniel S. Markey, a scholar of international relations and former member of the US State Department's policy planning staff, previews how China's efforts are likely to play out across the swath of Eurasia that includes South Asia, Central Asia, and the Middle East. Drawing from extensive interviews and historical research, Markey describes how perceptions of China vary.

Removing bias and sensationalism from the news of Alberta, BC, and Canada. Providing the context and information needed to put you on the right side of the news.

Discover how Tri-State and our members are embracing the opportunity to power the West in our new podcast, Western Watts! We'll dive into the heart of energy issues, from reliability to wildfire mitigation, and share firsthand insights relevant to rural, agricultural and mountain communities across Colorado, Nebraska, New Mexico and Wyoming.

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