The acquittal of Trump was bad, but the Senate’s approach to foreign affairs over the years has been even worse.
The U.S. Senate Is a Global Problem
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Nearly 50 Senators Want to Make It a Felony to Boycott Israel
The goal is to frighten people from engaging in the completely legal act of living out their values.
The Americans With Disabilities Act Is a Model for the World — Literally
The landmark U.S. disability rights legislation became the basis for an international treaty embraced by much of the world — but not, ironically, by the U.S. itself.
The 47 Republican Samurai
The Senate GOP’s letter to Iran was an act of vengeance for their discredited code of honor: neoconservatism.
10 Things to Know About the GOP’s ‘Iran Letter’ Sponsor
From Guantanamo to Iran and food stamps to women’s rights, Senator Tom Cotton is a dangerous dude.
A New Start on Treaties
The United States is a bit schizophrenic when it comes to treaties. The U.S. government does a great job negotiating them. From the International Criminal Court to the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty, U.S. diplomats have forged very constructive compromises on major human rights and security agreements. Unfortunately, the U.S. Senate has a history of letting these accords molder. The Senate and the White House still have a long list of treaties that are overdue for ratification. Here are seven lessons from the New START experience for policymakers to consider as they move forward.
New START Closer to Breaking Out of the Blocks
Ratification is like the starter’s gun — but is the finish line disarmament or a nuclear-industrial complex more deeply entrenched than ever?
Even Obama Wouldn’t Trade DADT and Dream Act for New START. Would He?
Will the horse trading on New START ever end? First exorbitant funding for the nuclear weapons industry, now legislative measures.
Opposition to New START Pits Republicans Against Traditional Allies
Republican foot-dragging on President Obama’s signature nuclear initiative places them at odds with the defense establishment.
Senator Kyl’s Stalling on New START Is Fraying Washington’s Nerves
Senator Jon Kyl’s attempts to extort more money for nuclear weapons notwithstanding, even most Republican senators may be ready to vote yes on New START.