American Military Presence in Europe Unlikely to “Evolve”
Europe won’t fend for itself so long as the Americans retain a military presence.
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After New Hampshire, Will Huntsman Finally Rise?
The former ambassador surged in the early primary state to challenge Mitt Romney for the Republican Party’s presidential nomination.
Huntsman Needs Surge in First Primary Vote
The former Utah governor needs to beat expectations in New Hampshire to prove that he’s a viable candidate.
Taliban Talks Could Hurt Obama’s Reelection Chances
Domestic American politics will probably frustrate attempts to bring the war in Afghanistan to a negotiated end.
Drones, Not Marines? The Changing Face of War
President Barack Obama’s military strategy cuts the Army and Marine Corps in favor of air and naval forces.
The World Is Waiting for President Huntsman
The former ambassador to China is uniquely qualified to lead America into a Pacific century.
Pentagon Study Says NATO Messed Up
An internal Defense Department study reveals that NATO had a role in the death of twenty-four Pakistani soldiers.
Ethanol Subsidies Die
Finally, Congress expired the tax credit for ethanol blenders along with a tariff on Brazilian ethanol imports.
The Enigma of Air Sea Battle
The current debate about Air Sea Battle is either speculation or a proxy for the Pentagon’s budget wars.
US Government Considers Gas Export Restrictions
Energy producers want to export American gas but manufacturers are critical because they rely on cheap domestic gas.
Karzai Balks at Terms of Taliban Reconciliation
Negotiations between the Taliban and the United States broke down after the Afghan president rejected the terms of a ceasefire.
Worst Case Scenario: A Second Korean War
Another war on the Korean Peninsula would draw in the United States and probably China.
Gingrich Likeliest to Attack Iran Among Republicans
The former House speaker is tougher on Iran than the other candidates.
Romney Says, Unlike Obama, He Understands Economy
Mitt Romney sharply criticizes President Barack Obama’s economic policy.
US Lawmakers Avoid Shutdown, Fight Over Taxes
The parties agreed to a measure that will keep the government funded through next year but still fight over taxes.