The significance of Kristallnacht—a turning point in global history—paints a fearsome picture for its 2018 doppelganger.
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Pence’s Pounce: The Fiery China Speech, Fact-Checked
The Vice President did his homework on China… for the most part.
Neither Grand, Nor Old, But Something New and Nasty
If any lesson should be drawn from contemporary U.S. politics, it is that fear is the staple of the Republican Party.
Cutting Off My Nose to Spite His Face: Kanye West, Donald Trump, and the New Morality of Our Digital Democracy
The common consumer has more power in this new media economy than we ever have in the past.
The GOP's Sacrifice
But actually, what is even happening right now?
The Curious Timing of the U.S. Withdrawal from U.N. Human Rights Council
Despite the seeming recklessness of the move to withdraw from the HRC, the move is inherently strategic and points to extensive forethought within the Administration.
The Singapore Summit: Little More than Theatrics
North’s de-escalation is a strategic, carefully calculated step that began with Kim Jong Un’s New Year’s speech and culminated with the Singapore summit.
The Iran Deal Goes Nuclear
Iranian President Rouhani said that Iran honors its deals, unlike the United States—a clear slap in the face to U.S. diplomacy and the president.
Fooled by North Korea
Every handshake and smile that is shared with the dictator clouds the undeniable truth: North Korea under Kim’s rule is one of the most brutal dictatorships the world has ever seen.
Something Wicked This Way Comes
Domestic stability and national security go hand in hand with this particular problem, but it seems that few truly understand what is at risk.
No Permanent Friends, Only Permanent Enemies: National Security in the Trump Era
It seems that experienced foreign policy wonks and the newcomers of the of the Trump Administration are at odds in the latest National Security Strategy.
Some Rules Are Meant to Be Changed
Natural born U.S. citizenship, 35 years of age, and... not much else. Is this a problem?
Mueller’s Manafort Mania
If events like this were occurring while the Cold War raged—during Ronald Reagan’s presidency, for example—the country would be in an uproar.
Can Refrigerants Be Sexy?
The U.S. phasing out HFCs alone would account for 9% of cuts pledged in its Paris Agreement contribution.
There Is Opportunity In Every Brexit
A comprehensive deal with the U.K. offers a good opportunity to achieve both. It’s time to start negotiating.
A Case for Presidential War Powers Revision
Like any policy, war powers much be considered within the context and era they are used.
What to Do About North Korea
Fire and fury? Or a strategic blend of military strength, sanctions, and diplomacy?
Civility is Gone, Don't Let It Devolve into Violence
For society and government to function, we have to work together. That relationship works best when the mode of conversation is not limited to insults.
There is a Difference Between Good Policy and Good Leadership – A Good Executive Needs Both
There is a tangible difference between having good policy and having good leadership. To be an effective executive one must have both.
Republican Health Care Plans Are Unpopular. Do They Really Care?
Current gerrymandering makes Republicans virtually invincible to voter backlash for bad policy.