Democratization Articles

Deepwater Horizon

Edward L. Morse | Oct 20, 2010
The Macondo oil well blowout in the Gulf of Mexico is about to spur a bureaucratic overreaction that will ruin America's chance at becoming an energy exporter.

Conservative Nation

James Piereson | Oct 20, 2010
Declarations of conservatism's demise after the 2008 election were greatly exaggerated. As the opposition, American conservatives are in their element—can they draw upon their intellectual tradition to solve what ails America?

If Israel Attacks

Bruce Riedel | Aug 24, 2010
As things stand, if Iran continues on its path toward obtaining the bomb, Israel will strike, and the consequences would be disastrous for the entire world. Here's how America can convince Israel to live with a nuclear Iran.

St. Peter and the Minarets

Harvey Cox | Aug 24, 2010
The Catholic Church is under assault. A secularizing West, the encroachment of Islam into Europe, and the sexual-abuse scandal all threaten the Vatican's ability to influence the masses. The Church's response will be felt worldwide.

Curse of the Khyber Pass

Milton Bearden | Mar 12, 2009
Afghanistan is a losing battle. Former-CIA officer Milton Bearden argues the Obama administration should turn to the provinces for answers—and consider arming the militias. Full article 

Democracy Bound

Lincoln Mitchell | Apr 25, 2008
Is the democracy cure a panacea or a placebo?

The End of Multiculturalism

Lawrence E. Harrison | Jan 02, 2008
From its Iraq policy to immigration, the Bush Administration fell victim to multicultural thinking. Until policymakers take culture seriously, we'll continue to make mistakes.

Beyond Bombs and Ballots

Lincoln Mitchell | Mar 01, 2007
Military misadventures in Iraq should not discredit democracy promotion.

Security First

Amitai Etzioni | Mar 01, 2007
The Bush Administration’s focus on democracy overlooks the need for security.

In the Right Direction

Ian Bremmer | Jan 03, 2007
Isolation allows rogue regimes to extend their longevity and stability.

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