Congress Warns Obama About Limited War Power
The Republican warns that the president’s authority to wage war in Libya is running out of time.
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Republicans Skeptical of Libyan Involvement
American conservatives are divided on the merits of their country’s military involvement in North Africa.
The Cost of War That a Superpower Will Bear
America’s fiscal problems are far greater than anything a military cutback can solve.
France Calls for Middle East Peace Conference
American support for a French Middle East conference may dissuade the Palestinians from seeking recognition of statehood at the UN.
Obama Undermines British Claims in Falklands
American support for Argentina in the Falklands dispute makes no sense.
The Ants and the Grasshoppers
Strategic ambiguity from great powers compels middle powers to seize the initiative.
Gates Criticizes European Defense Ineptitude
The outgoing defense secretary urges European NATO allies to boost their military prowess.
Gates, Petraeus Discuss Winning the Afghan War
The defense secretary and commander of Western forces are asked whether the war is being won.
Discord Characterizes American-German Relations
Angela Merkel visits the United States at a time of considerable differences in a vital transatlantic relationship.
Medicare Is Not Sustainable in Its Current Form
Paul Krugman pretends the system can be saved by rationing health care delivery substantially.
The War on Drugs Has Failed
The drug war has failed, says a recent report, “with devastating consequences .”
F-35 Faces Budget Scrutiny in Congress
The Joint Strike Fighter Program is plagued with budget overruns and delays. Lawmakers are starting to ask questions.
Obama’s New Man in the Military
President Obama bypasses his most trusted military advisor for Martin Dempsey to become the next chairman of the Joint Chiefs.
E.J. Dionne’s Selective Memory
The Washington Post columnist looks at other countries and argues that the United States should imitate their failures.
Arctic Council Signals Rulemaking Maturation
The nations of the Arctic are cautiously starting to cooperate but remain competitors for the region’s vast hydrocarbon reserves.