Senate Commentary

START Soon, But Not Yet

Having the lame-duck Senate ratify the New START arms-control agreement would be an insult to the Russians.

Gridlock with a Side of Activism

The Republican majority in the House doesn't mean foreign policy will change—much.

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.

Don't Rush START

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

Resetting Democracy

The only people who can push Russia toward democracy are Russians.

Crisis in the EU

There are very real problems with the European project, but the eurozone isn’t going anywhere.

Spies and Politicians

U.S. domestic politics played a role in the recent spy drama.

Europe's Hostage

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

Bankrupt Empire

Washington’s massive debt will force America to abandon its role as global hegemon.

George Washington vs. Barack Obama

Obama’s obsession with health-care reform at a time of war and international crisis is nothing short of an abrogation of his responsibilities as commander in chief.

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May 26, 2012