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Careful What You Wish For

Sanctions targeting Iran's nuclear program will backfire. Punishing Tehran's human rights abuses is another story.

Insejm in the Senate

The U.S. Senate is starting to resemble Poland's notorious Sejm—and blocking America's engagement to the Caucasus in the process.

Globalist TV

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

Tax Wars

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

The Dance of the Peace Process

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

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.

McChrystal vs. Obama

This is the biggest civil-military showdown since Truman and MacArthur.

The Gaza Disaster

Israel attacked a ship of fools and ended up looking like the foolish one.

Europe's Hostage

Obama’s political future depends on the Continent. If the eurozone implodes and our economy worsens, he’s toast.

Mosque and State

Shia clerics are gaining power in Iraq. Should America be worried?

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May 26, 2012