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China the Aggressor?

A look at how China may be thinking about its sphere of influence—and American ambitions.

Why We Fight

Obama said we're fighting in Afghanistan to eliminate al-Qaeda. Could there be a clearer explanation?

All in Moderation

Mubarak and Friedman on Israel-Palestine; the Times and the Journal disagree over Obama's speech; and "six leading thinkers" tell us what moderate Islam is all about.

Like Second Marriages

The latest Israeli-Palestinian talks are a triumph of hope over experience. Let's just say President Obama better have a contingency plan.

Stay Out of Petty Central American Quarrels

Nicaraguan contras are rising up against Daniel Ortega. Déjà vu?

No End in Sight

We still cringe to think about that "Mission Accomplished" banner seven years ago. Will Americans be lulled this time into believing we won as violence in Iraq rages?

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September 2, 2010