An Opportunity for Sino-American Détente
America should not attempt containment but revive another Cold War concept.
Why Republicans Can’t Just Be Reasonable
Barack Obama urges Republicans to try to find common ground. He shouldn’t expect much.
Berlusconi Barely Survives Confidence Vote
The Italian prime minister lives to fight another day.
Court Rules Health Insurance Mandate Unconstitutional
The individual mandate in Obamacare exceeds the boundaries of congressional power.
Israel and the Palestinians Back to Square One
An American deal with Israel to suspend settlement construction had become “an end in itself”.
Neither Party Cheers Tax Cut Compromise
Liberals are opposed to tax relief for millionaires but conservatives warn that without production and investment, the economy cannot recover.
France, Germany Pledge to Defend Euro
Angela Merkel and Nicolas Sarkozy affirm their “total” commitment to the single currency.
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.
Restoring Balance to the United States Budget
If Democrats and Republicans do not manage to shrink the deficit, they can always freeze government spending altogether.
The Rise of a New Right in Europe
From Britain to Scandinavia to Central Europe, conservatives are stepping up.
Italy, Netherlands Reconsider JSF Purchases
As the costs of the F-35 fighter aircraft continue to mount, both Italy and the Netherlands are reconsidering their purchases.
WikiLeaks Should Target Conflict Minerals
The whistleblowers’ website should expose the intricate and secretive supply chain of conflict materials from Africa, says Peter Mellgard.
Conservatives Win in Spain’s Richest State
The outcome underscores the unpopularity of Spain’s socialist prime minister.
Why China Has Reason to be Anxious
As China’s population ages and labor costs rise, the country is facing challenges gargantuan compared to those of the West.
US Set to Expand Drone Strikes in Pakistan
With no sustainable alternative for fighting terrorism in Pakistan, the United States seek to expand their drone program into Quetta.