I don’t think politicians relish closing down the economy, nor do I think they’ll be eager to do so in the future. For one thing, it’s contrary to their interests. They do what they do because when all you have is a blunt instrument, every problem looks like something that can only be solved with a blunt instrument.
What Is ‘Freedom’ And Do Iranians Want It?
Every time the usual suspects start ginning up regime change, be it propaganda, street protesters, arming rebels, or insane bombing campaigns such as the current one in Iran, we always hear about the poor oppressed masses yearning to breathe free. The truth, however,...
