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.
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.”
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 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.
Jimmy Carter Longest Serving Ex-President
Jimmy Carter’s ex-presidency has lasted the equivalent of 26 Iranian hostage crises.
An Attack On Iran Would Be A Major, Mistaken, War
An attack on Iran’s nuclear program would be far more complicated than a one-off attack.
Wait A Minute, The Republican Platform Doesn’t Recognize Jerusalem As Israel’s Capital?
Another platform controversy?
Joint Chiefs Chairman: An Israeli Attack On Iran Would Be Unsuccessful And Counterproductive
General Martin Dempsey, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, sent a message to Israel last week.
Wars, And Rumors Of Wars: Is An Israeli Strike On Iran More Likely Than Ever?
A new IAEA report may make an Israeli strike on Iran in the near future more likely than it has ever been.
Condoleeza Rice, New Political Star?
Condoleeza Rice’s first trip onto the political stage was very successful last night. Where will she go from here?
How America Dominates the World: Manipulations, Sex, and Money
Chamake Mauriene reveals America’s secret to world domination in Pravda.
Fixing America’s Stupid Immigration Policy
Jon Huntsman calls for an end to “unforced errors in immigration policy.”
Was Obama’s ‘Afghan Surge’ A Failure?
To much fanfare, President Obama announced a shift in Afghan War policy in December 2009. There’s little evidence it’s worked.
Signs Of Trouble In The Chinese Economy
Signs are brewing that the Chinese economy is slowing down significantly.
German Rabbi Faces Potential Criminal Charges For Performing Circumcision
Under German law, this ceremony, which Jews believe dates from the time of Abraham, is now illegal.
2,000 Deaths Later, Americans Have Put Afghanistan Behind Them
The candidates aren’t talking about the war in Afghanistan very much, but that’s mostly because the American people don’t want them to.
Obama Warns Syria On Chemical Weapons Use
President Obama issued a warning to Syria today over its chemical weapons stockpiles.
Ecuador Grants Julian Assange Asylum
Another step in the ongoing diplomatic showdown over the founder of Wikileaks.
