Irish activists are rallying against the U.S. military’s use of Irish airspace for Washington’s wars.
How Washington Turned Ireland Into an International Scofflaw
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Democracy & Governance
Who Gains from Colombia’s Vote for Permanent War?
Pretending that everyone wants peace in Colombia ignores the long-term effects of militarism — and the fact that the war benefits many powerful interests, including in Washington.
Hillary Clinton: A Hawk in the Wings
After a mere eight years in which diplomacy narrowly edged out militarism, the foreign policy elite rallying around Clinton has forgotten the lessons of the George W. Bush era.
It’s Rigged: Takes One to Know One
Increasing skepticism of the U.S. government can either lead to ugly conspiracy theorizing, or fuel a movement to bend the status quo.
Trump the Arsonist
Donald Trump’s apocalyptic view of the world is a self-fulfilling prophecy.
Stop the Presses
The latest attacks on journalists and news organizations by corrupt populists are contributing to a global rollback of fundamental rights.
Spain’s Turmoil and Europe’s Crisis
The problems facing the Spanish left mirror the crisis engulfing Europe.
Are U.S.-Saudi Relations Finally Souring?
Pressure from human rights organizations to victims of the 9/11 attacks are helping erode the bond between these old political allies. But will the results of this election season squander our chance at change?
Colombia: Disturbing the Peace
Should we rethink the way voters weigh in directly on matters of national security and international relations?
NATO’s Expiration Date
Problems with Turkey, Eastern Europe, and Donald Trump could tear the rickety alliance apart at the seams.