Top Democrat: We Could Have Deficit Deal
John Kerry argues there could be a deficit reduction if only Republicans agree to raise taxes.
Nick Ottens
Nick Ottens is a public affairs officer for the Dutch Animal Coalition and a board member for Liberal Green, the sustainability network of the Dutch liberal party VVD. He is a former political risk consultant and a former research manager for XPRIZE, where he designed prize competitions to incentivize breakthrough innovation in agriculture, food and health care. He has also worked as a journalist in Amsterdam, Barcelona and New York for EUobserver, NRC, Trouw, World Politics Review and Wynia’s Week, among others.
How David Cameron Can Save the Eurozone
If the British leader throws his support behind German rules, France will be isolated.
A Tale of Two Italies
The European debt crisis has exacerbated the north-side divide that has characterized Italy since unification.
Rick Perry, Down Not Out
Despite his lackluster debate performances, the Texas governor is still very much a viable contender for the presidency.
Russia About to Join WTO, For What?
Will America allow Russia to join the World Trade Organization if it supports tougher sanctions against Iran?
China-Russia Rivalry Will Destroy SCO
The two greater powers of North Asia have no reason to play equals in the region’s cooperation organization.
Perry’s Plan to “Uproot and Overhaul” Washington
The Texan governor would eliminate entire departments and cap federal spending.
America a Pacific Power, “Here To Stay”
Key to Barack Obama’s balancing act with the Chinese is a trade partnership that excludes them.
Republicans Vow to Stop Iran’s Nuclear Program
Nearly all of the Republican presidential hopefuls advocated covert and military action against Iran in a foreign policy debate.
Did Obama Convince the Turks to Fall in Line?
Did a straightforward conversation between the American president and his Turkish counterpart “change everything”?
Good Morning Vietnam Indeed
The Southeast Asian country is emerging as the ultimate “un-China,” economically vibrant with a huge American diaspora.
Obama Punts, Delays Pipeline Decision
The administration delays final approval of a multibillion dollar pipeline project until after the president’s reelection campaign.
Republican Candidates Fail to Name Specific Cuts
The Republican presidential candidates fall short on the specifics of fiscal consolidation.
Huntsman Cautions Against Tariffs, Fears Trade War
America’s former ambassador to China rejected tariffs as pandering and warned it could instigate a race to the bottom.
F-35 Not Expected to Enter Service Until 2018
The Air Force doesn’t expect to fly the fifth-generation fighter jet for another seven years.