Saturday, 19 July 2025

Book Review: Eragon

Christopher Paolini’s Eragon, filled with ambition, but when judged on literary merit, it falls short of being top tier fantasy in and of itself.

Sunday, 13 July 2025

US Supreme Court Ruling: FEC v. Ted Cruz for Senate

In a decision that has real ramifications to American campaign finance law, the US Supreme Court ruled in Federal Election Commission v. Ted Cruz for Senate that candidates can now repay personal campaign loans with post election donations, even beyond the $250,000 cap. This ruling undermines the integrity of the democratic process.

Wednesday, 9 July 2025

US Supreme Court Ruling: Americans for Prosperity Foundation v. Bonta

In Americans for Prosperity Foundation v. Bonta (2021), the US Supreme Court struck down California’s requirement that not for profits disclose the names and addresses of their major donors to the state Attorney General. This might sound like an obscure legal battle over bereucracy and paperwork, but the implications go further, especially in regards to privacy and how government handles sensitive data.

Monday, 7 July 2025

US Supreme Court Ruling: Citizens United v. FEC

In 2010, the US Supreme Court handed down a significant decision in regards to modern American constitutional law: Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission. This ruling didn't just change law, it changed the way elections are financed, the influence of money in politics, and how we understand the First Amendment in the 21st century.

Sunday, 6 July 2025

British Economy Series: Why Are Fewer Companies Listing on the London Stock Exchange?

In recent years, the London Stock Exchange (LSE) has seen a noticeable decline in the number of new company listings and increasing numbers of companies moving their listing to other jurisdictions. Once a powerhouse of global finance, the LSE is facing increasing competition, changing market dynamics, and regulatory pressures that are making it less attractive, especially when compared to its US counterparts. What are the seasons for this and how can we reverse that trend?