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International and Interplanetary Relations

Paul R. Pillar | Jan 30, 2012

How the search for extraterrestrial life can help us solve our earthbound problems.

Benjamin H. Friedman | Jan 06, 2012

Iran's empty threats show desperation, not security.

Paul R. Pillar | Sep 01, 2011

Beijing's only concern is the accretion of power. Woe to whatever—or whomever—gets in its way.

Christopher A. Preble | Aug 12, 2011

Americans no longer want to be the world's policemen. It's time to stop giving rich allies a free ride.

Christopher A. Preble | Jul 25, 2011

The newest argument against military budget cuts: U.S. taxpayers must pay for the freedom of every person, everywhere. Tighten your belts, Americans.

Ted Galen Carpenter | Jun 14, 2011

China's latest power grab leaves the U.S. with unsavory options on the high seas.

Malou Innocent | Nov 19, 2010

After the fall of the Soviet Union, NATO's purpose dissolved. America's been paying the high price of hegemony ever since.