Some Questions for Those who Oppose an Opening with Cuba
A little round of Qs and As on US-Cuban policy.
Rand Paul Breaks With Other 2016 GOP Contenders In Backing Obama’s Opening To Cuba
Rand Paul is one of the few Republicans who seems to be evaluating the new policy toward Cuba through something other than an outdated Cold War perspective.
Russia’s Economic Problems Just Getting More Grim By The Day
For a year that started out with regaining long-lost territory in Ukraine, 2014 is not ending so well for Vladimir Putin’s Russia.
The End of History, Continued
Twenty-five years after his seminal “End of History” article, Francis Fukuyama reflects on its legacy.
Edward Snowden: I Was More Than Just A ‘Data Analyst’
For the first time, Edward Snowden is talking to the American media.
Edward Snowden Leaks Earn Pulitzer Prize For Washington Post, Guardian
Thanks to Edward Snowden, the Washington Post and the Guardian are Pulitzer Prize winners.
Thinking about the Opposition in Venezuela
Some thoughts and links about the ongoing turmoil in Venezuela.
Obama Ambassador Follies
President Obama is rewarding unqualified hacks who raised huge sums for his campaign with ambassadorships.
Time To Play “Let’s Make A Deal” With Edward Snowden?
Without a deal of some kind, it’s quite likely that Edward Snowden will remain beyond the reach of U.S. law enforcement or some time to come.
Massive Oil Discovery Puts Outback Town on World Energy Map
Will this new Australian oil discovery shake up world politics?
Edward Snowden Is Not The Story, And You Don’t Have To Like Him
Focusing on Edward Snowden is largely a waste of time.
Edward Snowden Leaves Hong Kong For Russia And Parts Unknown
Despite an extradition request from the United States, Edward Snowden left Hong Kong overnight on a flight to Moscow and parts unknown.
China And The Future Of World Oil Markets
The world oil markets aren’t too far away from being hit by the shock of massively increased demand from China. Somehow, we’ll have to adapt.
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