Paul J. Saunders Commentary

Bad Investments

What’s the point of paying allies to provide marginal contributions to the war on terror?

The Moscow Bombings

The attacks are a major test for Medvedev. If he doesn’t handle things well, Putin might be strengthened and the reset put in danger.

Working with Moscow

Washington shouldn’t overstate the importance of the arms-treaty. We haven’t yet reached the hard part.

Get STARTed!

An arms-control treaty could trigger a new beginning in our relations with Russia—and bolster Dmitri Medvedev’s influence in Moscow.

Nuclear Lemonade

Obama is right to encourage the use of nuclear energy. Let’s hope he’s actually serious about it—and not just trying to score political points with union workers.

Prepare for a Nuclear Iran

There are no other viable options. We must focus on deterrence and ensure Tehran can’t share its technology with others.

Losing Tokyo

Japan’s new government and dysfunctional bureaucracy could imperil our alliance with the country.

Poking the Bear

America shouldn’t be arming Georgia—it just increases our chances of conflict with Russia.

A Dead End

Copenhagen won’t work. Obama should focus instead on working with the top twenty emitters.

Sins of Emission

If Obama wants a deal at Copenhagen, he needs to focus on Europe—not just China.

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May 26, 2012