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Kenneth M. Pollack

Commentary

A Government for Baghdad

Over four months since the election, and Iraq still doesn’t have a government. Should Washington do anything about it?

Iraq's Long, Hot Summer?

Washington must allow Iraqis to form a government on their own terms. If it forces a solution, Iraq could descend into chaos once again.

A Vote of No Confidence

Iran’s election reminds us of the country’s lack of transparency—which makes it harder to believe Tehran’s assertions about its nuclear program.

Books & Reviews

The Tao of the Arab Center

The Bush administration may have gotten a lot wrong, but there is still hope for America’s policy in the Middle East. Three books shed some light on how the United States can get over Iraq.

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February 13, 2012