Volume XL
In this volume:
Welcome back to the Pragmatic Papers.
Starting this volume are three international pieces focusing on the Trump administration's aggression in Iran and potential for escalation in Cuba. We are beginning a multi-part series on the Chinese government with Part 1 focusing on the connections of the current government to the fall of the Soviet Union and Italian fascism. Domestically, read about the many seats potentially up for grabs in the April midterm report, and turmoil with the Trump administration. Next, a case study on left-wing YouTube discourse. Finally, an update on the federal Department of Education and the Project 2025 vision for it.
-Cara
Editor-in-chief
Articles in this Volume
The Seduction of the Short Victorious War
U.S. and Israel's Iran campaign risks becoming a strategic quagmire as war aims clash with military reality.
Cuba in the Crosshairs
U.S.-Cuba tensions escalate in 2026 as Trump threatens regime change, oil blockades trigger blackouts, and war looms.
Fascism With Chinese Characteristics
As Mussolini’s Italy served as the model for 20th century Fascism, Xi’s China has fashioned itself as the model of 21st century Fascism.
Digital Ground Game April Midterm Report
From Montana to Texas and west to east coast, competitive races are preparing for the November election.
When the Left-Wing YouTube Playbook Stops Working
Review of a video essay by creator Big Joel on Nick Fuentes and a critique on the old Left-Wing YouTube paradigm.
The Looting of the Federal Department of Education
The federal Department of Education is a vital institution that is being systematically destroyed based on Project 2025 plans.
99 Problems and Missing the Point Is One
Public outrage centers on personalities, while policy changes carry the real impact.