Obama Administration Says Time for Austerity Not Now
President Obama’s latest budget proposal necessitates a trillion dollars in borrowing to finance education and job programs.
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Western Decline is Not Inevitable
The West’s self-pity is undermining its relevance in the multipolar world of the twenty-first century.
Newt Gingrich Wants to Intervene in Syria Too
The Republican presidential candidate said he was “amazed” that the administration had only just started to consider taking action.
Western Nations Silent as Libya Tumbles
While Libyans’ disillusionment with their new leaders mounts, the West stands back.
Santorum Sweeps Midwest, Wins Three State Contests
The former Pennsylvania senator wins three presidential primary elections.
Colorado, Minnesota Vote in Republican Primary
Two states in the American West vote in the Republican Party’s presidential primary contest on Tuesday.
Libertarian Paul Says He Leads “Intellectual Revolution”
The Texas congressman says “people are talking about free-market economics rather than Keynesian welfarism.”
Krauthammer “Fairly Certain” Israel Will Attack Iran
The conservative columnist pointed out that Iran will soon have enough enriched uranium in protected sites to build a bomb.
Israel Likely to Strike Iran’s Nuclear Sites Before June
The United States believe that Israel will attack before Iran has stored enough enriched uranium to make a weapon.
Republican Says “Domestic Politics” Motivate War Policy
Lindsey Graham criticizes the planned reduction in American forces in Afghanistan.
Republican Presidential Campaign Moves West
Mitt Romney is expected to win in Nevada but the outcome in other states is less certain.
Bernanke’s Money Printing Spree Continues
The Federal Reserve keeps interest rates near zero and continues to pump billions of dollars into the economy.
Romney Rebounds in Florida, Gingrich to Stay in Race
Newt Gingrich fails to prevent Mitt Romney from resurging in the Sunshine State.
Gingrich Presses Attack, Romney Ahead in Florida
The former House speaker characterized his fellow Republican presidential contender as a liar who will say anything to win.
Philippines, United States Explore Military Cooperation
The next step in thwarting China’s rise as a regional power prompts the United States to revisit an old alliance.