Philip Giraldi Commentary

Torture is Not a Republican Value

Contrary to what many have said, supporting torture is not part of being a conservative. If continued, White House policies that tolerate it will undermine U.S. credibility, produce bad intelligence and put American soldiers at risk.

The Myth of the All-Powerful Ahmadinejad

Contrary to popular belief, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad is not top dog in Tehran. American policy should reflect this reality.

More Surveillance, More Often

With his signature on Sunday, President Bush expanded the government's surveillance capabilities. A former CIA officer critiques the White House’s justification of the expansions.

Negotiations, Not Ultimatums for Kosovo

Diplomacy has a chance in Kosovo—but U.S. politicians both in and out of government need to embrace negotiations, not ultimatums.

Dirty, Not-So-Pretty Things: Torture Does Not Become Her

There used to be a line in the sand that we, as Americans, refused to cross when it came to decency. But recent news confirms the United States has entered a new era.

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May 26, 2012