British Educational Standards Declining
If Britain’s government is to reverse a trend of stagnating student performance, Nick Ottens proposes that it consider privatizing schools.
Opinion
WikiLeaks Should Target Conflict Minerals
The whistleblowers’ website should expose the intricate and secretive supply chain of conflict materials from Africa, says Peter Mellgard.
The Pros and Cons of WikiLeaks Disclosures
While the release of confidential embassy cables is harmful to international relations, scholars should use them.
Europe Should Be Thankful to Have Germany
Don’t blame Germany for Europe’s debt crises.
WikiLeaks’ Release Doesn’t Serve Anyone
The indiscriminate publications of thousands of diplomatic cables by a whistleblowers’ website is outright irresponsible, argues Nick Ottens.
Radical Islamism on the Rise in Tatarstan?
Even if Tatarstan would appear to be islamizing, Russian authorities in the region shouldn’t worry about radicalism, argues Dmitry Gorenburg.
A Quick Reaction on the Midterms
A Republican majority in the House can both hurt and help Barack Obama’s foreign policy.
The Federal Reserve’s Expansionary Gamble
In a risky effort to boost lending, America’s central bank is injecting billions of dollars into the financial market.
Kill the F-35
As the costs of the F-35 continue to mount, David Axe argues that it’s time to pull the plug.
Putting America to Work Hasn’t Worked
In spite of billions of dollars in stimulus spending, American infrastructure hasn’t much improved while unemployment in construction remains high.
India Should Fight Military Aid to Pakistan
Pakistan is rewarded for being a nuisance with billions in aid. Manasi Kakatkar-Kulkarni urges India to contest this injustice.
Obama Should Take His Eyes Off Kashmir
The United States should not insist on a resolution of India-Pakistan disputes rather allow India to conduct its own policy.
The Pragmatist
Obama’s greatest mistake is to be flexible when he shouldn’t but stand on principle when he can’t afford to.
Same Old “Peace Talks”
Sure, the peacemaking environment is better today than it was over the past decade. How can it get any worse?
UN Offers North Korea $290 Million in Aid
The UN extend a lifeline to Pyongyang that may end up prolonging its destructive regime.