All Commentaries

If Biden’s Serious About Bringing Back Diplomacy, He Should Make These Appointments
No one expects Biden to tap dedicated anti-imperialists for his foreign policy team, but several Obama-era diplomats would be a welcome alternative to “the blob.”

The Return of the Goldilocks Apocalypse
There’s no returning to normal after Donald Trump.

Europe Reacts to the 2020 US Presidential Election
European leaders welcome the potential return of multilateralism with the defeat of Trump. But the European right has a different take.

America Rejoins the World?
It simply doesn’t make a lot of sense to entrust leadership to a country with a severe personality disorder.

Trump Moves to Involve U.S. Businesses and Academics in the Occupation of Palestine
The Trump administration is helping Israel steal Palestinian land.

Things May Get Worse Before They Get Better for the U.S.
For many, Trump’s ouster is a relief. But his steadfast support among white voters puts his party on a crash course with democracy.

U.S. Democracy: The Four-Year Rule?
American democracy is in rough shape. It’s going to take more than this election to set it right.

Ending the Nuclear Age
The world is banning nuclear weapons. The U.S. needs to get on board.

This Election Is About Trump’s Pandemic Failures. But What Happens Next?
It’s going to take more than a change of personnel in Washington to address our decaying climate, public health, and democracy. But it’s not too late.

Building a Cross-Border Culture of Solidarity
Workers in Mexico and the United States face some of the same challenges–and some of the same employers.