Obama Commentary

Shadowboxing Israel into a Corner

Netanyahu refuses to go along with the charade. Israel will pay for his stubbornness.

Go East, Young Man

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

Capitol Expectations

Obama doesn't have a communications problem. He has a partisan-politics problem.

The Arabs and Iran

Do Arab governments want to see a military attack on Iran?

The Limits of Language

Obama's rhetoric alone can't change the opinions of Muslims abroad—or Americans at home.

China the Aggressor?

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

A Dicey Moment

President Obama has been pragmatic and prudent on Iraq. But let's not spend too much time celebrating transitions just yet.

Spies and Politicians

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

Salvaging Afghanistan

Obama needs to figure out definite approach, explain it seriously and stick to it.

Beijing's Attitude Adjustment

China’s recent angry rhetoric wasn’t indicitive of a more bellicose Beijing. The Chinese propaganda machine simply got out of control.

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May 26, 2012