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Christiane Amanpour debuted on “This Week” yesterday. Is she headed for her first big failure?

Moscow's Foreign Policies

Russia's foreign policy isn't schizophrenic, especially when it comes to Iran.

Don't Rush START

The dialogue between the administration and the Senate on America’s nuclear force is too important to be hurried along.

Tax Wars

Obama’s chances for reelection may well hinge on his ability to forge a tax armistice.

Afghanistan's Naysayers

Despite arguments to the contrary, Obama has no illusions about America's omnipotence in the war.

The Rebel-in-Chief

Will the 2012 election be tailor-made for Sarah Palin?

The Dance of the Peace Process

Obama posed for photos with Netanyahu yesterday. But the president isn't just bowing down to Israel.

Clinton's Reassurance Mission

 Washington needs to offer Moscow concrete incentives if it wants results. Just look at the S-300 deal.

Spies Among Us

Moscow should be grateful that the arrest of ten alleged Russian spies brought an end to a costly and ineffective government program.

The Obama-Medvedev Summit

To have friendlier relations, America and Russia need to become better economic partners.

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May 26, 2012