Ethics Commentary

The Dilemma of American Terrorists

U.S. citizens who raise arms against us commit an extra offense compared to other terrorists. They should be treated accordingly.

Saudi Women's Spring

Capitalizing on the Arab revolts, the women's movement in Saudi Arabia finds its voice.

A Perspective from Kazakhstan

The Kazakh ambassador argues that his government is making serious efforts to be open and transparent.

Germany's New Pastor-President

What the election of a prominent Atlanticist, storied anticommunist and tireless human-rights crusader means for Germany.

Rising Democracies Take on Russia and China

Moscow and Beijing vetoing the UN resolution on Syria was not surprising. Rising democracies supporting it was.

Stop Social Engineering Overseas

Programs that failed to lick poverty, win the war on drugs and otherwise cure what ails America won't work in Afghanistan or Iraq either.

How the Arab League Can Save Syria

Regime change in Syria is inevitable. The Arab League must help make it a reality.

Israel's Brewing Kulturkampf

The ultra-orthodox community and the secular administration are at loggerheads. Israel's future hangs in the balance.

America in Front: Clinton's Human Rights Day Speech

Secretary Clinton's commitment to the rights of LGBT people abroad is a testiment to America's moral courage.

Why Canada Kissed Kyoto Good-bye

Realism drove Canada to shed the handcuffs of the Kyoto Protocol.

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May 26, 2012