Palestinians Resist Pressure on Statehood Bid
Despite a last-minute attempt at negotiation by the United States, the Palestinians are determined to seek recognition at the UN.
Obama Proposes $447 Billion in New Deficit Spending
Money would go to infrastructure, tax cuts, schools and unemployment benefits.
Perry, Romney Debate Different Conservative Visions
The frontrunners for the Republican presidential nomination outlined their visions for the future of their party.
Republicans Urge Ratification of Trade Deals
The Republican leader in the Senate asks the president to submit three pending trade agreements.
Dutch Threaten Eurozone Exit for Profligate Nations
The Dutch say countries that won’t submit to stricter fiscal rules should consider leaving the euro.
White House Considers Dramatic Drawdown in Iraq
As few as three thousand American security forces could remain in the country.
Central Terrorist Leader Killed in Pakistan
A key philosophical and operational commander of Al Qaeda is tracked and killed by American intelligence.
Huntsman, Romney Unveil Growth Strategies
The two centrist Republican candidates offer plenty of conservative orthodoxy.
Another Electoral Setback for Germany’s Ruling Parties
The ruling conservative and liberal parties suffer defeats in regional elections.
Obama the “Good Czar”
The Washington Post can’t believe that the president acted like a normal politician and tries to explain away his posturing.
Europe’s Last Chance to Let Greece Default
Once European nations agree to a second financial rescue package for Greece, there’s no way back.
Turkey’s Estrangement from Israel Continues
The diplomat rift between Ankara and Jerusalem widens as the Arab spring forces a realignment of Turkish foreign policy.
Energy Secretary Distorts History to Promote Clean Energy
Steven Chu claims that government was responsible for “all the technologies that led to prosperity in the United States.”
Italy’s Berlusconi Reneges on Austerity Pact
Italy revokes €5 billion in planned austerity measures in order to appease regional political parties.
Japan’s New Leader Signals Conservative Approach
Yoshihiko Noda is a fiscal conservative who promises to restore Japan’s American alliance.