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Last 20 Published Pieces. John Derbyshire's Most Recent Published Pieces. ————————— Below is a list of the 20 reviews or opinion columns I have published most recently. Both print and internet pieces are included.
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John Derbyshire (born 3 June 1945) is a British-born American computer programmer, journalist, and political commentator. He was noted for being one of the last paleoconservatives at the National Review, [ 1][ 2] until he was fired in 2012 for writing an article for Taki's Magazine that was widely viewed as racist. [ 3]
Jun 25, 2021 · Turnout percentages in the last six mayoral contests were 25, 13, 20, 22, 26, and 24. If three-quarters to four-fifths of New Yorkers don't care who their Mayor is, I don't see why I should; but I'll give you my preference anyway.
May 29, 2007 · Perfect for history buffs and armchair algebra experts, Unknown Quantity tells the story of the development of abstract mathematical thought. John Derbyshire discovers the story behind the formulae, roots, and radicals.
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John Derbyshire has 27 books on Goodreads with 16842 ratings. John Derbyshire’s most popular book is Prime Obsession: Bernhard Riemann and the Greatest U...
Oct 5, 2010 · To his fellow conservatives, John Derbyshire makes a plea: Don't be seduced by this nonsense about "the politics of hope." Skepticism, pessimism, and suspicion of happy talk are the true characteristics of an authentically conservative temperament.