Tag Archives: Europe

Westphalian Sovereignty And Nationalism

Posted on September 8, 2026 by The Political Hat

     Redefining terms is nothing new for the Left, even when they masquerade as the Right. There are far fewer examples of this than “nationalism” as purported by “National Conservatives” and specifically a confused Yoram Hazony. Some additional thoughts on Hazony’s … Continue reading →

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Quick Takes – The Future Of Euthanasia: Face Transplants; French Paradox; Terminal Sedation

Posted on September 3, 2026 by The Political Hat

     Another “quick takes” on items where there is too little to say to make a complete article, but is still important enough to comment on.      The focus this time: Go to sleep forever as they take your face from you. … Continue reading →

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Quick Takes – Nature Rights: Endorsed By National Geographic; Legislation Presented In The U.K.; Rejected By Oregon Voters

Posted on August 27, 2026 by The Political Hat

     Another “quick takes” on items where there is too little to say to make a complete article, but is still important enough to comment on.      The focus this time: Rights for “Nature” come at the expense of actual rights for … Continue reading →

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Quick Takes – Killing Without Consent: Euthanasia For Pre-Teens; Euthanasia Without Parental Consent; Euthanasia Against An Adult Patient’s Wishes

Posted on August 6, 2026 by The Political Hat

     Another “quick takes” on items where there is too little to say to make a complete article, but is still important enough to comment on.      The focus this time: Shut up, the homicidal physician explained!      First, a little mood music: … Continue reading →

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Grand Frère Électronique

Posted on July 28, 2026 by The Political Hat

     Unsurprisingly, Europe is embracing digital “Big Brother” by requiring verification that you aren’t a minor to use social media, or as they might call it in France, “Grand Frère Électronique”, where the French Parliament passed an act to do just … Continue reading →

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Firing Line Friday: Firing Line 1966-1986: World Leaders

Posted on July 24, 2026 by The Political Hat

     In the hopes of encouraging a more civil, and illuminating, discourse, here is another episode of William F. Buckley, Jr.’s “Firing Line”.      Let us look back on twenty years of world leaders from forty years ago, as we see highlights … Continue reading →

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Quick Takes – Friction For The Euthanasia Slippery-Slope: Bipartisan Oversight; Alberta Makes It Harder To Get; Scotland Says No

Posted on July 23, 2026 by The Political Hat

     Another “quick takes” on items where there is too little to say to make a complete article, but is still important enough to comment on.      The focus this time: Making it harder to get to the bottom of the legalized … Continue reading →

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Quick Takes – Curing Dementia via Death: Bioethicist Approved; New Jersey Approved; Netherlands Just Fine With Killing All the Mentally Ill

Posted on July 9, 2026 by The Political Hat

     Another “quick takes” on items where there is too little to say to make a complete article, but is still important enough to comment on.      The focus this time: They could have just given them a Pepsi!      First, a little … Continue reading →

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Shut Up The Public Health Official Declared

Posted on July 7, 2026 by The Political Hat

     Censorship when it comes to healthcare related policy is never good. It induces people to question legitimate science and research while also empowering cranks and those with agendas to silence veritable dissent. But such is the call from a once … Continue reading →

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Quick Takes – Euthanasia: MAID Gone Mad; Death-on-Demand Culture; No For Animals But Yes For Human

Posted on June 18, 2026 by The Political Hat

     Another “quick takes” on items where there is too little to say to make a complete article, but is still important enough to comment on.      The focus this time: Save all the animals except for humans.      First, a little mood … Continue reading →

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