The Perils of Shaping a Recalcitrant World The Perils of Shaping a Recalcitrant World
Relying on military power to shape events in distant countries requires very deep pockets and infinite patience—neither of which we currently possess.
Jun 22, 2022 / Andrew J. Bacevich and Alex Jordan
The End of the Nordic Ideal The End of the Nordic Ideal
Finland and Sweden long held that the Nordic social model was incompatible with NATO membership. The invasion of Ukraine has changed that.
Jun 7, 2022 / Heikki Patomäki
The Dangers of Biden’s Lesser-Evilism in India The Dangers of Biden’s Lesser-Evilism in India
Building an anti-China coalition, the president turns a blind eye to Narendra Modi’s increasingly authoritarian rule.
Jun 3, 2022 / Jeet Heer
War Is a Form of Terrorism War Is a Form of Terrorism
If we lack empathy for those who suffer in our wars, we endanger humanity’s future.
Jun 2, 2022 / Andrea Mazzarino
The Biden Administration’s Kayfabe Cold War With China The Biden Administration’s Kayfabe Cold War With China
Though the president’s “pivot to Asia” amounts to little more than saber-rattling, the risks remain very real.
May 31, 2022 / Jeet Heer
Time to End the West’s Xenophobic Double Standard on Refugees Time to End the West’s Xenophobic Double Standard on Refugees
Racism lowers the floor for how all people are treated. But it’s not too late to change.
May 18, 2022 / Khury Petersen-Smith and Azadeh Shahshahani
Meet the Head of Biden’s New “Disinformation Governing Board” Meet the Head of Biden’s New “Disinformation Governing Board”
Nina Jankowicz is a veteran information warrior. But her “experience” working with StopFake should have set off alarm bells.
May 12, 2022 / Lev Golinkin
Why Can’t Washington Break Its War Addiction? Why Can’t Washington Break Its War Addiction?
American narcissism is only part of the answer.
May 12, 2022 / William Astore
Under Biden, the Border Wall Is More Powerful Than Ever Under Biden, the Border Wall Is More Powerful Than Ever
Officials continue to promote a border-wall system that’s increasingly profitable—and more than ever like something out of a science-fiction movie.
May 11, 2022 / Todd Miller
Russian Victory Day in Kyiv Russian Victory Day in Kyiv
Despite the sirens, and the speeches, the missiles never came.
May 10, 2022 / Leif Reigstad