Donald Trump’s European Vacation
Donald Trump’s first overseas trip went about as badly as you’d expect it would.
What’s Taking So Long For Trump To Name U.S. Ambassadors?
Donald Trump has been President for nearly four months, but has yet to name Ambassadorial picks for many slots including several important posts.
South Korea Elects New President Who Favors Dialogue With North Korea
South Korea has elected a new President who breaks with his impeached predecessor in favoring dialogue with the North.
North Korea Lashes Out At Chinese Pressure Over Nuclear Program
North Korea is pushing back against increased pressure from China over its nuclear weapons and ballistic missile programs.
Another North Korean Missile Test Fails As Tensions Continue To Rise
The North Koreans failed to successfully test a longer-range missile again yesterday, but tensions on the Korean Peninsula seem destined to increase in any case.
Tensions Rise On Korean Peninsula As North Korea Threatens Another Nuclear Test
North Korea is threatening another nuclear test, the United States is threatening retaliation, and China is warning of a ‘gathering storm’ on the Korean Peninsula.
Donald Trump Discovers Being President Is Hard
Donald Trump seems to be surprised that being President requires actual work.
The Trump Administration and the G20
More stepping back from free trade and the established global economic order.
South Korean President Removed From Office After Impeachment
South Korea removes a corrupt leader by peaceful means.
Trump To Propose Massive And Unnecessary Increase In Military Spending
Reports indicate that President Trump will seek to increase military spending. We don’t need to, and we can’t really afford it.
Malaysian Police Say Kim Jong-Un’s Elder Brother Was Killed By VX Nerve Agent
Malaysian police have evidence that seems to clearly link North Korea to the death of Kim Jong Il’s eldest son.
Apparent Assassination Leading To Tension Between North Korea And China
The apparent assassination of Kim Jong-Un’s eldest brother has raised red flags in China.
Rex Tillerson Confirmed As Secretary Of State
In a closer than normal vote for the position, Rex Tillerson has been confirmed as Secretary of State.
A “Republic v. Democracy” Lexicon
Concepts, basic applications, and even a bibliography! Merry Festivus, everyone.
What To Do About North Korea?
North Korea continues to advance its nuclear program but it’s unclear what anyone can do about it.
North Korea Conducts Another Nuclear Weapons Test As The World Runs Out Of Options
North Korea conducts yet another nuclear weapons test, and it’s unclear what anyone can do to stop them.
Summer Olympics Were Lowest Rated Since 2000
Despite being much more conveniently located for viewers in the United States, viewership for the just-concluded Olympics were the lowest they’ve been in sixteen years.
Obama’s Visit To Hiroshima Brings Reflection, But No Apologies
President Obama’s visit to Hiroshima left just the impression it should have.
Obama Announces End Of U.S. Arms Embargo Against Vietnam
On his trip to Hanoi, President announced the latest sign that the Vietnam War is finally something both nations have manged to put behind them.