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Deeper into Terrorism

Reports that Mossad is working with an Iranian terrorist group raise larger questions about Israel and American interests.

Progressive Grand Strategy

Can America develop a foreign policy that’s above ideology?

God Bless George F. Will

The GOP worships unilateralism. This has less in common with Reagan than George W. Bush.

Keeping Canada Close

Rejecting the Keystone XL pipeline isn't in America's or Canada's interests. If Obama does so, Ottawa will cozy up to Beijing.

Understanding America's Fall

U.S. decline may be inevitable. But that doesn't mean there's nothing Washington can do about it.

Afghanistan and the Guantanamo Roach Motel

Six dangerous misconceptions about the Taliban and the war in Afghanistan that may be preventing peace.

What Is Our Number One Priority?

Obama is equating—and subordinating—U.S. interests to Israeli interests. The implications for U.S. policy are disastrous. 

Obama's Bad Education Ideas

Obama should educate himself more about education before trying to sell the American public a bill of goods.

Dead End in Damascus

How Syria may push U.S.-Russian relations over the edge.

U.S. Hypocrisy Starves North Korea

Despite its humanitarian professions, Washington continues to deny food aid to an endangered North Korea.

Romney's Gaffe Problem

Romney might make a good or even great president. But he is a terrible politician.

Don't Abandon Europe

The new Defense Strategic Guidance implies U.S. withdrawal from the Continent. This would be a big mistake.

China and the Blame Game

American politicians are quick to point the finger at China, but the roots U.S. economic problems are closer to home.

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February 12, 2012