Global Governance Commentary

An Effort Worth Making

The slight U.S.-Russian opening could continue.

Never Again, Except This Time

Atrocity prevention isn't consistently practiced because it isn't consistently practical.

Georgia's Dangerous Slide Toward NATO

Tbilisi's membership in the Atlantic pact would increase the risk of war without increasing members' security.

Immigration and Americanization

The Boston bombings resurrect an old debate about whether new entrants should be injected with U.S. cultural values.

UN Monitors Won't Help Moroccan Human Rights

A UN mission in the Western Sahara is unnecessary and would only create new tensions.

The Magnitsky List's Limited Impact

The Russians still appear open to cooperation in spite of the new sanctions.

India's Tough Road to the Security Council

New Delhi has a strong case, but will the world listen?

Team Obama's Empty Suitcases

Many trips, few results.

Syria, Israel, and the Trust Problem

Peace is unlikely in either place as long as parties feel it will be perilous.

Pausing the U.S.-Russian Reset

Moscow gains the most if Washington ceases its outreach.

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May 22, 2013