Trump’s bullying worked with Canada, has half-worked with Iran and North Korea, but has had nothing but malign impact on Israeli-Palestinian relations.
Do Bullies Always Win?
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World Beat
#MeToo Goes Global
The U.S. isn’t the only country where women are lining up to burn down the (frat) house.
There’s a New Crash Coming
Skyrocketing debt, Wall Street deregulation, a fraying social safety net, and a diminished dollar could soon leave the United States looking like Greece.
The GOP Wants Trumpism, Just Without Trump
Critics like that anonymous op-ed writer have no problem with how Trump’s actually hurting people. They just want the leader doing it to look more presidential.
Who Was the Real Maverick: McCain or Trump?
John McCain was a politician, not a maverick — he played ball, and sometimes compromised. Trump is the true maverick: He’s batshit crazy and there’s no dealing with him.
The War Before the Iran War
Division in the ranks of the conservative movement is a critical sign that a war with Iran isn’t inevitable.
Trump’s Dirty Money
Russian money saved Trump when his projects were on the verge of collapse. Will it now be the cause of his political demise?
What’s Behind Trump’s Assault on Europe
Trump is attacking Europe and siding with Russia for political — and not just personal — reasons.
The Dictator Dating Game
Three eligible dictators. One president who’s wooed strongmen for decades. Who will he choose?!
Trump’s Investment in North Korea
The president may be a diplomatic wrecking ball, but he believes his investment in Korea is too big to fail. That’s a good thing.