> How does Finland punch above their weight? Can't we steal some of their fire? I mean, Finland fought off the Soviet Union's invasion, punching above their we

> How does Finland punch above their weight? Can't we steal some of their fire? I mean, Finland fought off the Soviet Union's invasion, punching above their weight seems to be their national pasttime. Maybe size matters, just like small companies will be more agile than large ones, smaller states will be able to pivot easier. > When Reagan-era policies are now regarded as marxism, methinks we've gone too far in the other direction. We have essentially the opposite trend in Germany. Social democrat policies of the 70ies and 80ies are considered conservative/reactionary today. I still believe we should establish some international citizenship trading system. Apparently plenty of Americans would love to get into Europe and I know quite a few Europeans who'd like to emigrate to the US. That'd really allow voting with your feet.