Washington’s admitting some hard truths is a pre-requisite to defeating ISIS.
A U.S. Carbon Transition?
What factors have helped the United States reduce its per capita emissions?
Real Reason Behind Turkey’s Shoot-down of the Russian Jet
The data support Putin’s assertion that the shoot-down was prepared in advance.
Ukraine: Why the West Must Be Flexible
Focusing on deterring Russia will not safeguard Ukraine’s future.
U.S. and Syria: Focus on the Saudi Factor
How terror attacks in Paris calls for revising U.S. policy in Syria.
The West Should Unite to Crush ISIS
ISIS is now too powerful for the West to remain safe without commitment of large ground forces.
Syria: Any Honest Broker?
A look at who is (or is not) invited forecasts how little it can do to end the war.
The Martian: America’s Self-Delusion at its Silliest
The United States, capable of such a delusional self-image, deserves Donald Trump and Ben Carson.
Jokowi and the Hopes for a More Dynamic Indonesia
Indonesia’s Troubled Trade Relationship with the United States.
Indonesia: Why the US Needs to Pay Closer Attention
The United States needs to treat the unassuming Indonesian President Widodo with the attention due to his country.























