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Kompromat
I summarise the public record on ties between Trump and Putin. Is Trump a Russian asset? Make up your own mind!

Jan Dehn
Mar 19, 20257 min read


Trump’s assault on rule of law has begun
Trump's challenge to the US justice system has now begun. Democracy is at stake. All eyes on the Supreme Court.

Jan Dehn
Mar 18, 20256 min read


Will the Trump Dump turn into a Trump Slump?
The Trump Dump is here! Will it become a Trump Slump? Expect a bounce in Q2, but Trump policies are hurting long-term prospects for the US.

Jan Dehn
Mar 11, 20253 min read


Time is ticking for Trump
Trump only has limited time to secure his position of power. Will he stuff the Supreme Court? If not, me may be out sooner than you think.

Jan Dehn
Mar 3, 20255 min read


Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact 2.0
The Putin-Trump Pact is eerily similar to the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact.

Jan Dehn
Feb 19, 20253 min read


Trump's Final Solution for Gaza
Trump has given Netanyahu green light to implement a final solution for Gaza. The only things standing in the way of disaster is Europe.

Jan Dehn
Feb 16, 20252 min read


Where is Robin Hood?
Trump is a modern-day Prince John and Musk his Sheriff of Nottingham. The big question is: where is Robin Hood?

Jan Dehn
Feb 14, 20252 min read


Elon Musk's gift to the US: State Capture
Was Elon Musk inspired by state capture in South Africa to bring this systemic type of corruption to the US?

Jan Dehn
Feb 4, 20254 min read


I beg your pardon...
The power of US presidents to grant pardons is a legacy of feudalism. It is likely to be abused under Trump 2.

Jan Dehn
Dec 17, 20247 min read


Economic nationalism: Trump courts conflict with his trade wars
Tariffs! Trump tries again. He failed last time. Will this time be any different?

Jan Dehn
Nov 26, 202411 min read


Land of the free? Home of the brave?
Is your head in the sand regarding what is happening in the US? Worse, is your bravery failings as your freedom is taken away?

Jan Dehn
Nov 22, 20247 min read


American shitstorm 2.0
What lies ahead under Trump 2.0? Many groups need to worry. I list them here. Don't say you were not warned.

Jan Dehn
Nov 6, 20246 min read


Nationalism and fascism come full circle
Fascism and nationalism were defeated in WWII, but the institutions we put in place to prevent their return have failed. They are now back.

Jan Dehn
Oct 14, 202413 min read


American shitstorm
Merkel's famous shitstorm was nothing compared to what is coming our way from the United States. Don't be in denial! It is too dangerous!

Jan Dehn
Jul 15, 20244 min read


Enemies at the gate! Wake up, Europe!
If Trump wins in November, he may well pull out of NATO, withdraw US support from Ukraine. What will Europe do?

Jan Dehn
May 25, 20245 min read


The American university protests: A 1960s redux?
Protests at US universities are reminiscent of the 1960s. Are the young finally waking up?

Jan Dehn
May 1, 20246 min read


Bedtime for democracy?
The upcoming US election is more than just a choice between two old men. It is a choice between democracy and authoritarianism.

Jan Dehn
Feb 16, 20246 min read
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