The Slide Toward War With Russia The Slide Toward War With Russia
In recent weeks, tensions have risen to a truly dangerous level. We must renew dialogue now.
Oct 19, 2016 / The Nation
Normalization of Relations With Cuba Is All But Irreversible Now Normalization of Relations With Cuba Is All But Irreversible Now
President Obama’s new directive mandates positive engagement, as opposed to perpetual hostility, as the new modus operandi.
Oct 19, 2016 / Peter Kornbluh
Did the White House Declare War on Russia? Did the White House Declare War on Russia?
Vice President Biden announces a forthcoming covert strike against Russian president Putin and Moscow calls it a “declaration of war.”
Oct 19, 2016 / Stephen F. Cohen
The Debate Over Syria Has Reached a Dead End The Debate Over Syria Has Reached a Dead End
Two warring narratives now dominate discussions—and neither is sufficient.
Oct 18, 2016 / Bassam Haddad
What if the Next Presidential Debate Actually Covered Critical Issues? What if the Next Presidential Debate Actually Covered Critical Issues?
We need a debate worthy of the challenges we face as a nation.
Oct 18, 2016 / Katrina vanden Heuvel
Will a New Secretary General Invigorate the UN? Will a New Secretary General Invigorate the UN?
To the disappointment of many UN watchers, the next secretary general will be a man—and a Western European. But he is a passionate defender of human rights and humanitarianism...
Oct 13, 2016 / Barbara Crossette
Warmongering in Washington, Preparation for War in Moscow Warmongering in Washington, Preparation for War in Moscow
In reaction to US words and deeds, the Kremlin is preparing the Russian nation for the possibility of war.
Oct 12, 2016 / Stephen F. Cohen
Where Is Obama’s Red Line on Israel? Where Is Obama’s Red Line on Israel?
Israel has already chosen settlements, and Greater Israel, over a two-state solution. Washington needs to come to terms with that.
Oct 11, 2016 / Mairav Zonszein
Why Hillary Clinton Is the Right Choice for Progressives Why Hillary Clinton Is the Right Choice for Progressives
Clinton offers progressives the best chance to advance our issues and vision for the country—but only if we keep applying pressure and holding her accountable.
Oct 11, 2016 / Katrina vanden Heuvel
The First Republicans to Break With Trump Over His Groping Tape Were Mormons The First Republicans to Break With Trump Over His Groping Tape Were Mormons
Does this give Clinton a chance in Utah?
Oct 10, 2016 / Jon Wiener