Sapient

Sapient

Strategic analysis of power, technology, and geopolitical competition.

Trade

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When a State Outgrows Its Country

Apr 2, 2026

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3 min read

When a State Outgrows Its Country

California's economy is larger than most nations.

Geopolitics

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The Country You've Never Thought About (And Should)

Mar 31, 2026

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4 min read

The Country You've Never Thought About (And Should)

Russia knows why Georgia matters. The West is still figuring it out.

Geopolitics

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The Chokepoint Economy

Mar 27, 2026

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5 min read

The Chokepoint Economy

Why a handful of narrow passages determine how the world moves