Zbigniew Brzezinski

Essays

Politics

Interview: U.S. Fate Is in U.S. Hands

| 08.22.12

Zbigniew Brzezinski, a leading foreign-policy expert, discussed with TNI his recent book and his views on America’s world posture. He speculates on U.S. decline, the 2012 presidential campaign and more.

Security

Hegemonic Quicksand

| 12.01.03

Global domination is a self-defeating goal. Global leadership is not.

Global Governance

Living With Russia

| 09.01.00

When dealing with a sick bear, coddling will not suffice. Before it can be fully accepted by the West, Russia must give up its imperial pretensions.

Politics

Living With a New Europe

| 06.01.00

The challenge posed to the United States by the European Union is seriously exaggerated--and this is particularly true of the proposal for an all-European defense force. Daniel Vermet, Christoph Bertram and Timothy Garton Ash respond.

Economics

Living With China

| 03.01.00

When applied to China, terms such as "adversary" and "partnet" obscure more than they clarify. A blueprint for American policy rejects both.

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Commentary

Security

The Threats We Face: Perspectives from Henry Kissinger and Zbigniew Brzezinski

| 04.28.04

Henry Kissinger:The most immediate threat is Iraq.

Security

Excerpts from 'The Hegemonic Quicksand'

| 02.18.04

From the standpoint of American interests, the current geopolitical state of affairs in the world's principal energy-rich zone leaves much to be desired.

Thoughts on the Present Situation: An Interview with Zbigniew Brzezinski

| 03.26.03

 Q:  As the war in Iraq continues, what are your thoughts on its progress? A:  While at this stage it is too early to make any categorical judgments, it would appear that before too long, it is in the interest of U.

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