Clinton Commentary

Go East, Young Man

President Obama's trip to Asia won't be easy.

The Sodomy Trial of Anwar Ibrahim

The trial of Anwar Ibrahim threatens to tear apart Malaysia's much-needed opposition movement.

A Full-Court Currency Press

Washington should pressure Beijing on its currency—multilaterally.

Turning the Page in Iraq

Reduced violence and signs of political progress in Baghdad are heartening. But the United States remains essential to Iraq's success.

The Settling Freeze

Tactical errors by the Americans and the Israelis have left the Palestinians one step closer to getting what they want—all of Palestine.

The Disconnect of Hitch-22

Is Christopher Hitchens calling for six million Jews to pack up and leave Israel?

China the Aggressor?

A look at how China may be thinking about its sphere of influence—and American ambitions.

Peace for Palestine in 2011?

The peace talks between the Israelis and the Palestinians may fail, but they are far from doomed. Can President Obama pull it off?

Cut Defense Spending

We’re breaking the bank. America can’t afford to defend the world any longer.

Stopping Iran

Diplomacy isn’t working. Covert paramilitary action may be the only way to curb Tehran’s nuclear program.

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May 26, 2012