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If saving America requires destroying America’s constitutional tradition, then is what we save still the same America?

Some people have begun to discuss amending the Constitution to allow President Trump to serve an additional term, so that he may continue and consolidate the political achievements made during his presidency. Yet amending the Constitution for President Trump would set a dangerous precedent: whenever someone believes a situation to be “absolutely necessary,” they will feel justified in rewriting the Constitution. The next question naturally follows: could the Constitution also be amended to allow Mr. Elon Musk—widely admired by the public—to serve as president? Arbitrary constitutional change is never a good thing; it is the behavior of authoritarian regimes. Amending the Constitution in order to install a specific individual as president is precisely the kind of act that Presidents Washington and Lincoln would have firmly opposed. And yet, some argue that compared to allowing figures such as Gavin Newsom, AOC, or Watts to take power in the United States, the Constitution must be ame...
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Key Points: Eight Deadly Lines in Chinese Society by "Barbarian Warrior“ , a Chinese Youtuber

 Key Points: Eight Deadly Lines in Chinese Society The author argues that compared to the so-called "$35,000 annual income cutoff" in the US as publicized by state media, ordinary Chinese people actually face eight deadly nooses around their necks: **Real Estate Bubble Burst [02:20]** Housing prices have generally fallen by 50%, returning to levels seen in 2016 or even earlier. **"Can't Afford to Sell a House" Trap [04:35]**: Those who bought houses between 2018 and 2022 have suffered losses exceeding their down payment. To sell and transfer ownership, they must first pay a huge sum to the bank to repay the loan difference. Without this money, they cannot sell their houses, creating a vicious cycle. **Unemployment Surge [06:31]** The author questions official statistics. Through analysis of university (such as Yunnan University) employment reports and a self-created social media survey, the author speculates that China's labor idle rate (unemployment + under...
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A Policy Proposal on “Inviting U.S. Military Support” as a Tool for Democratic Transition

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A Policy Proposal on “Inviting U.S. Military Support” as a Tool for Democratic Transition I. Problem Background In the contemporary international system, some authoritarian regimes maintain stability through high-intensity repression. However, political rigidity and the absence of orderly mechanisms for power transition often result in persistent human rights violations and latent risks of violent conflict. Historical experience suggests that regime change paths relying solely on internal revolutionary movements are frequently accompanied by extremely high human and material costs, and may lead to protracted civil wars or even state failure. At the same time, traditional models of military intervention and nation-building have faced widespread criticism regarding their legitimacy, cost control, and long-term effectiveness. II. Policy Concept: An Invitation-Based External Security Intervention Mechanism This paper proposes a policy framework for discussion: Under specific conditions, le...
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Ending the Civil War by “Borrowing U.S. Troops”: An Unconventional Proposal for Venezuela’s Democratic Transition

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  Ending the Civil War by “Borrowing U.S. Troops”: An Unconventional Proposal for Venezuela’s Democratic Transition Hello everyone, welcome back to USNSNews . I’m Charlie Chan . Venezuela’s problem can no longer be reduced to a simple narrative of “opposing dictatorship and embracing democracy.” The reality is clear: years of economic collapse, institutional paralysis, political polarization, and deep social fragmentation have made any attempt to overthrow the current regime through domestic violent revolution highly likely to degenerate into a high-intensity civil war—one that would ultimately consume the most innocent ordinary citizens. It is precisely under these conditions that we must seriously discuss an option that is neither pleasant nor emotionally satisfying, and may even feel morally uncomfortable, yet may be closer to political realism: minimizing bloodshed by ending internal disorder through external forces of order . Under this framework, if María Corina Machado is al...
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Why South Indians (in the Republic of India) Dislike Mamdani and His Socialism

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Why Indians Dislike the So-Called "Indian-Origin" Mamdani Becoming New York Mayor？ At its core, **Mamdani is not a true Indian**. True Indians are the descendants of the Dravidians of the South Asian subcontinent mixed to varying degrees with the Aryans who entered the subcontinent in early antiquity. Mamdani, however, is a descendant of **Central Asian Muslims who conquered India in the medieval period**—it would be more accurate to call him **Pakistani** than Indian. On November 4, 2025, 34-year-old Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani made history by winning the New York City mayoral election with over 50% of the vote, defeating former Governor Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa. Set to become the city’s first Muslim and South Asian mayor in January 2026, Mamdani—son of Columbia University professor Mahmood Mamdani and acclaimed filmmaker Mira Nair—has emerged as a global symbol of progressive politics, immigrant rights, and resistance to Trump-era populism. Yet, for ...
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Who Is the true American? A Reflection on Identity, Culture, and Ideology

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  Theodore Roosevelt on what makes a true American. A fascinating debate has emerged on the Chinese internet regarding whether the Nobel Prize in Literature awarded to Pearl S. Buck in 1938 rightfully belongs to China. Proponents of this view argue that Buck’s deep connection to China—evidenced by her Chinese citizenship, her self-identification as primarily Chinese, and her literary focus on Chinese themes—makes a compelling case. Her works, imbued with a profound respect for Chinese culture and a positive portrayal of its people, resonate deeply with Chinese audiences. Moreover, the timing of the Nobel Prize, awarded during a period when China was enduring the brutal invasion by Japan, suggests an intentional gesture of global solidarity with the Chinese people. For these reasons, some assert that Buck’s accolade should be celebrated as a triumph for China. This debate prompts a broader reflection on the nature of national identity, a topic I have explored in my own work. In a vi...
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How to Make Democracy the Faith of American Citizens?

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  In recent years, segments of America’s progressive elite have embraced political ideas—particularly forms of democratic socialism—that many societies elsewhere have struggled to move beyond. Ironically, doctrines that proved economically or socially destructive in parts of Eastern Europe, the former Soviet sphere, or the developing world are now being reintroduced into American urban politics by highly educated activists who will never personally bear their long-term costs. Some immigrant communities, having fled instability, authoritarianism, or economic stagnation in their countries of origin, do not advocate these same models back home, yet support them enthusiastically within the United States. At the same time, certain domestic political movements appear increasingly willing to normalize dependency, weaken law enforcement, and erode the work-reward ethic that historically underpinned American social mobility. The question is not about intelligence or morality, but about inc...
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