Republicans Won the Argument on Deficit Spending
Thanks to Republicans’ insistence on spending cuts, the deficit is shrinking.
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Suddenly, Democrats Seem Intransigent in Budget Showdown
By seeking to delay rather than repeal the president’s health law, opposition Republicans seem reasonable.
Obama, Rouhani Try Telephone Diplomacy, Lawmakers Skeptical
Both leaders will have to persuade their domestic critics that a nuclear deal is worth it.
American-Iranian Détente Could Benefit Both, Alarm Arabs
The United States could benefit from responding favorably to Iran’s overtures even if their Arab allies will have doubts.
Republican Infighting Escalates as House Votes to Repeal Obamacare
Seasoned conservatives know the repeal will fail, but they are beholden to the far right.
Obama’s Time Running Out for Syria Strike Authorization
Many members of Congress are not yet convinced.
As Congress Debates, Military Prepares for Syria Strike
American warships steam into the Mediterranean and Red Sea.
For Russia, Syria the Last Straw in Long List of Grievances
The Russians feel they have been betrayed by the West time and again.
Obama Officials Make Case for Syria Strikes Before Senate
Secretary of State John Kerry warns senators against the consequences of inaction.
Obama to Face Skeptical Congress Before Launching Syria Strikes
The president is likely get authorization from the Senate. House Republicans are uncertain.
Lawmakers Force Leaders into Syria Retreat
British lawmakers vote down a motion that could have paved the way for intervention in Syria.
Obama: Syria Must Be “Held Account,” Undecided on Strikes
The president believes a “shot across the bow” can deter the Syrian regime from deploying chemical weapons.
Obama Has No Choice But to Pursue a Useless Punitive Expedition
The president can’t afford to do nothing now that Syria has crossed his “red line”.
America Condemns Syrian Gas Attack, Seen Preparing Strikes
America warns the use of chemical weapons in Syria will not be “without consequences.”
What Western Intervention in Syria Might Look Like
Western powers should be able to achieve air superiority over Syria, although its defenses are formidable.