Turkey’s Erdogan Cheapens NATO’s Core Promise
My latest for The National Interest, “Turkey Cries Wolf,” has been posted.
George Washington Named Britain’s Greatest Military Foe
American revolutionary leader George Washington has been voted the greatest enemy commander to face Britain, lauded for his spirit of endurance against the odds and the enormous impact of his victory.
Atlantic Council
Through a stroke of bad luck, the Atlantic Council server was down during a critical Google update
IR Wonks vs. IR Journals
Dan Drezner declares that “Policy wonks ignore political science journals at their peril.”
America’s Top Geostrategic Threat?
Russia is the most significant geopolitical player actively opposing significant American interests.
Russia Our “Number One Foe”?
Mitt Romney called Russia our “number one geopolitical foe.” Is he right?
Professionalization and Marginalization of International Relations Field
The takeover of academic IR study by the stats geeks is complete.
Obama’s Foreign Policy Etch-a-Sketch
For a change, President Obama and not one the Republican contenders to replace him has gotten into trouble for accidentally speaking the truth.
Obama’s Odd Choice for World Bank President
Jim Yong Kim is an impressive man. But he’s got no background in banking, finance, or economics.
Reaping the Harvest of the Failure to Institutionalize: Venezuela and Chavez
Hugo Chavez has built a state on cronyism.
The Consequences Of Attacking Iran
An attack on Iran is likely to unleash consequences that we are unprepared to deal with.
Can Domestic Policy Affect Income Distribution?
“Can Domestic Policy Affect Income Distribution?” Why, yes, yes it can.
What’s Really Driving Up Gas Prices
The cause of the pain you’re feeling at the pump has little to do with domestic energy policy.
American Soldier Kills At Least 15 Afghan Civilians
A tragic incident in Afghanistan that’s likely to have tragic consequences.
Joseph Kony, #stopkony, and Ignoring Africa
Today, the #stopkony hashtag is trending on Twitter. Here’s why.
Republicans v. Obama On Iran: Fewer Differences Than You’d Think
The differences between the parties when it comes to Iran are far less substantial than the candidate’s rhetoric would suggest.
Chevy Volt Production Suspended
GM’s big gamble on the future, the Chevy Volt, isn’t yet paying off.