"There is no viable alternative to global integration. Protectionism disguised as regionalism will sooner or later lead to conflicts and wars between the regional blocs as they compete for advantage in non- bloc areas, like the oil countries of the Gulf. Globalism is the only answer that is fair, acceptable, and will uphold world peace."
- Lee Kuan Yew
Thinking of intelligent things to say about Goldman Sachs vs the government. Also pondering the remarkable effects of the volcano in Iceland, and why it should remind us to take care of existential risks. Stay tuned for more.