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Barack Obama
North Korea in Ashes Threat
North Korea has threatened to turn part of the South’s leadership to ashes. But engagement was worth a try.
Don’t Return to Korea Status Quo
Two decades of engagement have gone nowhere with North Korea. It’s time to take steps to undermine the foundations of the regime itself.
Why the Right Hated the Iran Talks
The weekend talks on Iran’s nuclear program were hailed by many as progress. But the American right doesn’t see things that way.
Iran Deal Possible, Just Not Now
With the U.S. in a presidential election year, don’t expect a major breakthrough at the talks that have started on Iran’s nuclear program. But compromise may come next year.
Santorum Withdrawal Reaction
Rick Santorum is out of the race for the Republican presidential nomination. It won’t hurt foreign policy debate.
Will Drones Go Nuclear?
U.S. scientists have been investigating a new generation of nuclear-powered drones. It’s a controversial idea.
Republicans' Exceptionally Bad View
Republicans accuse Obama of rejecting U.S. exceptionalism. But would their policies do more to undermine it?
China: Africa’s Other Kony
Joseph Kony is now notorious for his role in Africa, including in Sudan. But China’s supplying of arms and oil money has also abetted the Sudanese regime’s awful behavior.
Back to Nuclear Drawing Board
There were few surprises at the Seoul Nuclear Security Summit. Japan, meanwhile, seems distracted.
Obama and a Tehran Communiqué?
Barack Obama might do well to take a leaf out of Richard Nixon’s China playbook as he contemplates Iran.
Time to Call North Korea's Bluff
The U.S. shouldn’t be sucked into more tit-for-tat with North Korea. Observing its “satellite” launch may help.
Obama Drops the Ball on India
Indian firms should be a boon for American workers. So why has the administration been dragging its feet on trade deals?