Munr Kazmir

New Jersey, United States

President and CEO, Direct Meds and Vice President, American Jewish Congress and Contributor at Freelance

VP: American Jewish Congress | Board Member: John Cabot University, NY Med. College, GWU Med. Advis. Comm. | Former Member: NCD, NJHCFFA | Writer: https://t.co/f7zlBRxwiv

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Articles

Can Democrats Ship?

2 days ago | munrkazmir.medium.com | Munr Kazmir

From David Hogg to James Carville to Michelle Obama, Democrats are still looking for the next Big Thing. “The Democrats’ Michelle Obama problem,” lamented Christian Paz for Vox this week. “Democrats’ search for a savior is doomed.
The Catholic Faithful Mourn the Passing of Pope Francis

3 days ago | munrkazmir.medium.com | Munr Kazmir

His Holiness Pope Francis passed away on Easter Monday at the age of 88. With obvious sadness, the Vatican announced on Monday that Pope Francis has passed away. His final testament reads as follows:“As I sense the approaching twilight of my earthly life, and with firm hope in eternal life, I wish to set out my final wishes solely regarding the place of my burial.
Confronting China and Rebalancing U.S. Trade

5 days ago | munrkazmir.medium.com | Munr Kazmir

Is President Trump ready for the deal-making showdown of his life? President Donald Trump’s latest tariff escalation against China has reignited fears of a full-blown trade war — but it also signals a deeper strategic ambition. Trump’s move to pause most country-specific tariffs while singling out Beijing suggests that this isn’t just about temporary leverage. It’s about legacy.
Can Tariffs Fix Globalization?

6 days ago | munrkazmir.medium.com | Munr Kazmir

Globalization without proper regulation decimated the environment, exploited workers in emerging nations, and widened the wealth gap at the expense of the U.S. working class. Could tariffs help? When globalization surged in the 1990s and 2000s, trade liberalization opened vast markets and promised shared prosperity. But while capital moved freely across borders, labor protections and environmental standards did not.
Let the Unpacking Begin At Last

1 week ago | munrkazmir.medium.com | Munr Kazmir

It’s time to understand the Democratic Party’s losses during the Biden era. Are Democrats ready? “Tim Walz is ready to talk — including about why Trump won,” announced Dylan Wells for The Washington Post on April 10, 2025. “Since losing the election, Walz has emerged as one of a short list of national Democrats gathering crowds around the country.
Are We Heading For Recession?

1 week ago | munrkazmir.medium.com | Munr Kazmir

Trump-haters hope so. Trump officials say no. “More than 60% of CEOs expect a recession in the next 6 months as tariff turmoil grows, survey says,” Alex Harring wrote breathlessly for CNBC on April 14, 2025.
Are Skewed Polls Leading the Democratic Party Astray?

1 week ago | munrkazmir.medium.com | Munr Kazmir

Hyper-progressive candidates may appear more popular online than they are at the ballot box. Following Kamala Harris’s devastating loss to Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election, Democrats are looking hard at what went wrong. But even as they do, the 2026 field of contenders is starting to take shape. Who should Democrats choose as a standard bearer: A more moderate Democrat? Or a candidate further to the left of Kamala Harris and former President Joe Biden?
Could a Progressive Contract With America Win Votes?

1 week ago | munrkazmir.medium.com | Munr Kazmir

Some Democratic Party voices are calling for a new Contract With America. Would it attract or repel moderate voters at the ballot box? In 1994, Republicans transformed American politics with a bold playbook: the “Contract with America.” It was clear, unapologetic, and promised immediate action. Love it or loathe it, it worked. Could it be time for progressives to take a page from that playbook?
Could China Crash the U.S. Economy Without Firing a Shot?

1 week ago | munrkazmir.medium.com | Munr Kazmir

A perfect storm may be brewing — from mortgage sell-offs to cyber intrusions and cultural decoupling. Is Beijing testing the limits of U.S. vulnerability — or just signaling? A series of recent developments has raised a troubling question: What if China isn’t preparing for war, but for economic warfare?
GOP Bets Big on American Innovation

1 week ago | munrkazmir.medium.com | Munr Kazmir

Will it pay off in 2026? “Midterms aren’t as far away as you think. The fight has already started,” Chris Brennan advised for USA TODAY on April 11, 2025. “It might seem like the 2026 midterm elections are a world away. But Democrats and Republicans know they can’t let up.”“The 2026 midterm elections, which will determine which political party controls the U.S. House and Senate, are still nearly 19 months away,” added Brennen. “But those fights are already turning chippy.