Obama Faces National Security Team Shakeup
The secretaries of defense and state will retire while two generals are under investigation.
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Japan Seeks Upgrade in American Security Alliance
In its island dispute with China, Japan isn’t sure if the United States have its back.
After Obama Win, Democrats Look for Successor
Barack Obama has just won reelection, but Democrats will soon look ahead to 2016.
Republicans Should Move to Middle and Shouldn’t
Republicans have to moderate their social views but stay the course on economic issues.
Barack Obama Reelected on Edge of Fiscal Cliff
The Democratic incumbent defeats his Republican challenger, but Congress remains divided.
Auto Bailout, Energy Loom Over Election in Rust Belt
Blue-collar workers in industrial states could determine the outcome of the election.
Electoral Fight of the Future: Go West, Young Man!
Western states’ growing Hispanic populations could change the outcome of national elections.
Mounting Sino-Japanese Tension Amid Military Exercise
China bristles as Japan and the United States conduct joint military exercises in East Asia.
Fuel Rationing Exacerbates Middle Atlantic Shortages
New Jersey and New York have made the problem worse with attempted price controls.
America’s Middle Class Has Been Buried
Fallen home prices have wiped out some 40 percent of the median family’s wealth.
Why Worry About America’s Trade Deficit?
There is no evidence that suggests a trade deficit affects economic expansion.
Barack Obama Deserves Second Term
The Democrat pulled the economy from the brink of collapse while Republicans stood by.
Mitt Romney Offers Real Hope of Change
The Republican is likelier to pursue sound energy and fiscal policies than the incumbent.
“Strategic Reassurance” Implies Chinese Dominance in Asia
The United States “pivoted” to Asia to prevent China from dominating the region.
Regulations, Tax Hikes Weaken American Economic Outlook
Businesses are reluctant to hire and invest in the face of more regulations and higher taxes.