Sarah Kendzior's Hiding in Plain Sight is beautifully written, thoroughly researched, and absolutely terrifying. Highly recommended.
Politics
Review: The Human Factor
I'm not a subscriber to the Great Man Theory of history. It's entirely too simple a look at the complexities of life. Force of personality doesn't alter history alone. Circumstances - economic, political, physical - set the stage on which leaders shine or falter. Studying these leaders, though, helps understand the circumstances better. Studying relationships … Continue reading Review: The Human Factor
Review: Unmaking the Presidency
Already much more fraught than anyone expected, 2020 is here. Potential war on the horizon, impeachment battles, and a fall election loom over the United States. The third year of the Trump presidency is coming to a close, and the fourth - hopefully, final - year of this administration promises to be as controversial and … Continue reading Review: Unmaking the Presidency
Review: How the Right Lost Its Mind
How the Right Lost Its Mind by Charles J. Sykes is a must-read for political junkies looking for the conservative never-Trumpers assessment of the current Republican party. Highly recommended.
Review: The Constitution Demands It
Disclaimer Just a reminder that reviews are opinions, and this review is my opinion and mine only. It doesn't represent anyone or anything else other than Eric Primm. Since this review deals with a very politically charged topic, I felt this disclaimer was important. Also, before commenting, please, review and abide by this blog's commenting … Continue reading Review: The Constitution Demands It
What I’m Reading – July 2018
What I’m Reading July 2018 I have three excellent Advanced Reading Copies (ARCs) this month: two science fiction novels and a political analysis. Which one of these looks good to you? Let me know in the comments below. Temper by Nicky Drayden I actually just finished Temper and loved it. This book about twins covers … Continue reading What I’m Reading – July 2018
Review: Kompromat
In 2016, Russia ran an unprecedented cyber operation in the United States, which impacted the 2016 presidential election. But it's most devastating consequence is creating doubt in the objectivity of our elections. Through a variety of tactics like social engineering, fake news, and targeted advertising, the Russians sought to undermine the US's democracy, and even … Continue reading Review: Kompromat
Weekly Reading Roundup
Primmlife Weekly Reading Roundup I read a lot during the week. Not just books but many, many articles, and as a new feature going forward on Fridays, I’ll put a few articles that affected me throughout the week. Reading broadly is important to me, and I’d like to promote the work that I admire and … Continue reading Weekly Reading Roundup