Monthly Archives: August 2012

Dance of the Elephants

Posted on August 28, 2012 by Sabine Muscat

Republican Convention in Tampa: Let the pictures speak! Check back for updates.

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Escaping a partisan universe – on the planet of Portland

Posted on August 21, 2012 by Sabine Muscat

It was good to get away from planet Washington before the election season swings into full gear. And it was an even better idea to choose Portland, Oregon, as the destination for this last escape from Super PACs, union strikes … Continue reading →

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Four years after Palin: Will Virginia love Ryan?

Posted on August 13, 2012 by Sabine Muscat

Back on the campaign trail this past weekend. And Manassas in 2012 felt a lot like Fairfax in 2008. A long line of people stretched around several blocks in the historic downtown to see Paul Ryan, Mitt Romney’s VP pick. … Continue reading →

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The snob factor: Pitfalls for Europeans in the U.S.

Posted on August 8, 2012 by Sabine Muscat

Rafalca is on her way home, and so is Ann Romney. There is no point hanging out at the London Olympics after her horse did not make it to the medal rounds.  Her husband Mitt needs her at his side … Continue reading →

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Who wants to sip through life? Not Joanne Herring.

Posted on August 1, 2012 by Sabine Muscat

“Should I wear a ball gown?” Joanne Herring wanted to know before the interview. A ball gown in bright daylight? “The magazines always want me to wear ball gowns.” The Texas socialite waltzed with Prince Philip and fought against the … Continue reading →

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Should Germany debate circumcision?

Posted on August 1, 2012 by Sabine Muscat

I don’t think so. In this piece for The Globalist I argue that Germany should leave this topic to others instead of alienating its Jewish and Muslim minorities by whipping itself into a hysterical debate. The discussion of potential health … Continue reading →

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