There is a powerful pragmatic argument against Machiavellianism, as well as a principled one.

But the Chinese have another argument up their sleeve, which seems more plausible (and more modern).

Misusing the Inaction Argument

The case for a soft landing remains solid.

Both countries have a point.

So Microsoft s defense misfires.

It is an argument about the future.

Consider the claims of inefficiency and waste.

But there is a problem with Kindleberger s argument.

Germany s Case Against the ECB

For starters, there is the convergence argument.

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But it is also not very useful.

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We have heard no valid argument against that proposal.

However, it could be argued that this is already covered by the liability for providing inaccurate information in article 30, especially the proposed paragraph 2 where the liability is strict regarding information which is provided by the shipper.

The Japanese do have one argument that is not so easily dismissed.

That is an argument around which all conservatives should be able to rally.

But it also counsels against protecting firms bondholders.

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