Globalization Boosts Some Regions, Marginalizes Others
Growth and opportunity are clustered in major cities.
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Trump Doesn’t Deserve Credit for Defeating the Islamic State
Barack Obama’s strategy — not Donald Trump’s bluster — is wiping out the Islamists.
To Trump’s Mind, A Good Deal Means Somebody Else Loses
The president’s cartoonish view of making deals is hurting American foreign policy.
Brexit and Trump as Reactionary Fantasies
A confident, intelligent conservatism has been reduced to nihilist, mindless reaction.
Trump Drives European Allies into Arms of China and Russia
All oppose the American’s efforts to sabotage the Iran nuclear deal.
Trump Leaves Iran Nuclear Deal in Limbo
Trump refuses to certify Iran’s compliance, but he won’t cancel the agreement either.
Trump Declares War on Republicans. Will Republicans Fight Back?
Some are pushing back, but most Republicans fear they would lose a fight with the president.
Trump’s Welcome Change of Heart on South Korea Trade Deal
Canceling the 2012 agreement would be bad for American commerce and security.
Transatlantic Challenges Ahead
From Afghanistan to Iran to North Korea, America and its European allies no longer see eye to eye.
Trump Would Let Democratic Voters Pay for His Tax Cuts
The Republican tax plans lowers rates for the wealthiest Americans and raises them for Democrats.
Rebutting Trump’s Arguments for Canceling the Iran Nuclear Deal
The arguments for repealing the nuclear agreement are variously misguided and dishonest.
Trump Is Taking Over Republican Party, Making Realignment More Likely
Most Republicans support the president, but a large minority puts the party first. That could portend a political realignment.
Americans Largely Uninterested in German Election
Americans see the election through the lens of their own politics.
The Many Scenarios of a Republican Civil War
The business wing could prevail. America Firsters could split the right-wing vote. Or libertarians could spot an opportunity.
Trump Treats Foreign Policy Like Reality TV
The American is keeping everyone guessing about his decision on the Iran nuclear deal.