Michael T. Klare

Defense Correspondent

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Michael T. Klare, The Nation’s defense correspondent, is professor emeritus of peace and world-security studies at Hampshire College and senior visiting fellow at the Arms Control Association in Washington, D.C. Most recently, he is the author of All Hell Breaking Loose: The Pentagon’s Perspective on Climate Change.

The Real Reason Behind the Oil Price Collapse

The Real Reason Behind the Oil Price Collapse The Real Reason Behind the Oil Price Collapse

It’s not overproduction in shale fields, and it’s not global economic stagnation. It’s something far more threatening to Big Oil’s business model.

Mar 12, 2015 / Michael T. Klare

Obama’s Military-Force Resolution Sets the Stage for a New Era of Imperialism

Obama’s Military-Force Resolution Sets the Stage for a New Era of Imperialism Obama’s Military-Force Resolution Sets the Stage for a New Era of Imperialism

The AUMF has legitimized expanded presidential war-making.

Feb 25, 2015 / Michael T. Klare

The Most Effective Foreign Policy Tool in the GOP’s Pocket Is an American Pipeline

The Most Effective Foreign Policy Tool in the GOP’s Pocket Is an American Pipeline The Most Effective Foreign Policy Tool in the GOP’s Pocket Is an American Pipeline

Keystone XL is part of a new colonial project—and Canada and Mexico are the frontiers.

Feb 12, 2015 / Michael T. Klare

The Oil Price Collapse Is Not Just Another Bust Cycle

The Oil Price Collapse Is Not Just Another Bust Cycle The Oil Price Collapse Is Not Just Another Bust Cycle

This time, it could be long-lasting—with dramatic consequences for the climate, the economy and the global balance of power.

Feb 4, 2015 / Michael T. Klare

Big Energy Says the Future Is Bright and Full of SUVs for Everyone

Big Energy Says the Future Is Bright and Full of SUVs for Everyone Big Energy Says the Future Is Bright and Full of SUVs for Everyone

Carbon companies have a new strategy: focus on the positive.

Jan 8, 2015 / Michael T. Klare

The Real Reason Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel Got Booted

The Real Reason Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel Got Booted The Real Reason Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel Got Booted

His resignation has to be seen against the growing war fever in Washington—which is now reflected in White House policy.

Nov 26, 2014 / Michael T. Klare

The Grand Oil Party Takes Washington by Storm

The Grand Oil Party Takes Washington by Storm The Grand Oil Party Takes Washington by Storm

Prepare for the new Republican majority to speed the exploitation of the country’s oil, coal and natural gas reserves.

Nov 18, 2014 / Michael T. Klare

Obama Is Fighting ISIS, Iran and Russia With… Oil?

Obama Is Fighting ISIS, Iran and Russia With… Oil? Obama Is Fighting ISIS, Iran and Russia With… Oil?

How the US is using trade sanctions and other means to curb the oil exports of its foes.

Oct 9, 2014 / Michael T. Klare

How Did Oil Make a Comeback?

How Did Oil Make a Comeback? How Did Oil Make a Comeback?

Just five years ago, experts were predicting an imminent peak and decline in global oil production. Instead, we’re in the middle of a historic boom. What happened?

Sep 4, 2014 / Michael T. Klare

Why Hillary Clinton Is Wrong About Obama’s Foreign Policy

Why Hillary Clinton Is Wrong About Obama’s Foreign Policy Why Hillary Clinton Is Wrong About Obama’s Foreign Policy

“Don't do stupid stuff”—his shorthand for avoiding unnecessary entanglements—actually has deep roots in US strategic thinking.

Sep 3, 2014 / Michael T. Klare

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