In the wake of the Paris attacks, Americans can’t let the hawks stampede us back into panic and illusions that US military supremacy can remake the world.
After the Paris Attacks, What Happens Here?
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Jeremy Corbyn’s Refusal to Launch Nuclear Weapons Shines Spotlight on Flaws of Deterrence
When British Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn stated that, if prime minister, he would not launch nuclear weapons, the British chief of defense was predictably outraged.
The Only Solution to Nuclear Weapons Remains World Government
Maybe the least popular idea on earth, world government could directly address global warming, tyrannical regimes, nonproliferation and the refusal of states with nuclear weapons to disarm.
Massive Retaliation to Islamic State Attacks on Paris Can Be as Dangerous as Islamic State Itself
Ramping up bombing against the Islamic State would only add to the numbers of civilians killed by U.S. airstrikes in its territory.
Will Russia Turn Its Full Fury on the Islamic State?
Russia may seek serious vengeance on the Islamic State for the possible sabotage of Metrojet Flight 9268.
The Middle East: The Only Way Forward Is Unification
As long as false borders continue to exist in the region, the Middle East will not progress.
Constructive Conflict Applications in Obama’s Foreign Policies
Giving President Obama his due on foreign policy for using the constructive conflict approach.
Little-Known UN Provision Could Solve Syria
The UN has the power to bring peace to Syria — and greatly enhance its reputation to solve the seemingly intractable problems of sovereign states.
Insights Into the Resistance Movement in Turkey (First in a Series)
After the recent Ankara bombing, a reporter on the Turkish resistance becomes a member.
Portugal’s Democracy Crisis
A likely vote of no confidence in Portugal’s hard-right government will signify whether voters in the EU can still choose their own government.