Protests At Western Embassies Spread Across Muslim World
For the fourth day, American and other embassies became the focus of mass protests in many Muslim nations.
Romney Campaign: Embassy Protests Wouldn’t Be Happening If Mitt Was President
The Romney campaign is doubling down on bizarre foreign policy pronouncements.
Attempts to “Carterize” the Race
Romney supporters seem to want to paint Obama as Carter. This is unlikely to help.
Debunking A Myth: Reagan Was Leading Carter Long Before That Final October Debate
Ronald Reagan was leading Jimmy Carter long before the two men met in Cleveland on October 28th, 1980.
Obama Leads In Three Crucial Swing States
Three new state polls show that Mitt Romney’s path to victory continues to narrow.
The U.S. And Egypt. Allies? Enemies? Frenemies? Well, It’s Complicated
If the United States and Egypt were Facebook friends, their relationship status would be “It’s Complicated.”
Federal Reserve Announces Another Round Of Stimulus Creating Money Out Of Thin Air
Ben Bernanke thinks doing more of the same is just what the economy needs.
Obama Walks Back Egypt ‘Not Ally’ Answer
President Obama gave an honest, nuanced answer to a complex question. So, of course, he’s taking it back.
University Of Pennsylvania Professor: Arrest The Makers Of That Anti-Muslim Movie
One Professor suggests we sacrifice yet more of our freedom in the wake of the embassy protests in the Middle East.
Under the Bus
The career of Larry Schwartz, who is the Counselor for Public Affairs at the US Embassy in Cairo, is over.
Cairo Embassy Statement Work of Rogue PAO
A PAO named Larry Schwartz issued yesterday’s infamous statement against the explicit orders of his superiors.
Romney’s Foreign Policy
My latest for The Atlantic, “What Would Romney’s Foreign Policy Look Like?” has posted.
Rand Paul Offers An Alternate Path On Foreign Policy For The GOP
Senator Rand Paul suggests the GOP may want to reconsider its foreign policy aggressiveness.
Gary Johnson: Spoiler?
The Libertarian Party’s Presidential candidate could prove decisive in determining who wins the Electoral College.
Could Foreign Policy Cost Mitt Romney The Election?
Mitt Romney’s foreign policy weaknesses are starting to become apparent.
Freedom of Speech and Religion Collide
My latest for The National Interest, “Freedom of Speech and Religion in Egypt and Libya,” has posted.
Southern Whites Still Not Sold On Romney?
Mitt Romney still has problems with Southern whites that could pose problems for him in states like Virginia and North Carolina.
Romney Campaign Fumbles Initial Response To Attacks In Egypt And Libya
Mitt Romney’s initial response to the attacks in Egypt and Libya displayed a tendency to jump the gun rather than wait for the facts.
U.S. Ambassador To Libya Dead, U.S. Embassy In Cairo Attacked, In Protests Over Obscure Film
A day of protests over a film nobody has ever heard of has lead to the death of the U.S. Ambassador to Libya.
White House Denies Netanyahu Request For Meeting Amid Signs of Increased U.S.-Israeli Tension
In another sign that things may not be going so well between Washington and Jerusalem, President Obama will not be meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu when he’s in the United States.
9/11’s Legacy Of Fear
The 9/11 attacks and our response to them changed America, and not for the better.
Obama Leading Romney In New Polls, Extent Of Convention Bounce Is Unclear
A new round of polling has Obama in the lead and shows reasons why Romney’s supporters should be concerned, but it’s unclear how long any of this will last.
