Author Archives: James J Heaney

Conservatism is Dead!

That’s the provocative title of my recent piece at The Federalist, which you should check out if you haven’t seen it yet. Here are some excerpts: [T]here is no conservative movement. The “Reagan coalition” stopped existing as an operational political force … Continue reading

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Should I Watch: Mr. Robot?

Looks like I’m back with a TV review after all! Here’s my two cents on USA’s Golden Globe-winning hit drama, Mr. Robot. Type of Show: Though it aired on a (cable) network, Mr. Robot is another in the new genre of “binge-watch” shows, … Continue reading

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Where’s James Been?

Things have gotten a little stoppered up here at De Civitate, and you, the faithful reader, deserve a wee update. I’ve been hesitant to post any of my regular blog fare (discussion of social issues, horse race updates, TV reviews) … Continue reading

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The More You Tighten Your Grip, Mr. Ginsberg…

I’ve been working quietly on the next phase of the New Party for a couple of weeks, but in the meantime I was interviewed by reporter Gwynn Guilford for an article that was just published today. It’s called “How the Republican elite … Continue reading

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New Party: Elevator Pitch

On May 5th, I wrote a lengthy piece proposing that we give up on the Republican Party and start a new one. Several people wrote to ask me to post a shorter version of that post. Here it is! The … Continue reading

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New Party: Next Steps

I’ve been asked what we need to do next to get the New Party up and running for 2018. It’s been almost two weeks since I first proposed a new party, so I figure I ought to say something, even if it isn’t … Continue reading

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New Party: Mailbag

I did essentially nothing but blog for three days after Trump won — I skipped meals, ignored some committees I’m on, didn’t sleep — so I am taking a couple days off of blogging/thinking to catch up… and recuperate! (Rod Dreher, consider … Continue reading

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TRUMP!: What Now? …A New Party (3 of 3)

If other men choose to go upon all fours, I choose to stand erect, as God designed every man to stand. If, practically falsifying its heaven-attested principles, this nation denounces me for refusing to imitate its example, then, adhering all … Continue reading

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TRUMP!: What Now? …Election Day (2 of 3)

“If Trump and Clinton are the nominees on Election Day, right and wrong will become meaningless, blood will run like a river through the streets until the eventual victor is seated on a throne of skulls, and all atrocities will be … Continue reading

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TRUMP!: What Now? …To The Convention (1 of 3)

“Even though… many old and famous States have fallen or may fall… we shall not flag or fail. We shall go on to the end. We shall fight in France, we shall fight on the seas and oceans, we shall … Continue reading

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