Against Crony Capitalism

Against Crony Capitalism

The contrast between "real" America and the Imperial City

100 miles makes all the difference

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Nick Sorrentino
Jan 09, 2024
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The sun rises over Washington on a cold January morning. I am stuck in traffic just south of the 14th Street Bridge. To my right is Reagan National. The planes are coming in and going out at a furious pace. Also to my right is Crystal City where the new Amazon building is. Sun glints off of the mirrored Arlington skyline. To my left is the Pentagon, the…

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