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A Caricature of Realism

Dan Drezner's critique of "Giving Realists a Bad Name" reflects a fundamental misunderstanding of realist foreign policy.

Great Gaming Russia in Central Asia

Washington wants to promote regional stability for the sake of Afghanistan. To do so, it must deal with Moscow.

Nixon's Great Departure

Forty years ago, Nixon had the courage to challenge the conventional wisdom on China. It was a far cry from the craven flip-flopping of today.

Progressive Grand Strategy

Can America develop a foreign policy that’s above ideology? With a reply from Charles Kupchan.

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May 26, 2012