| Dec 27, 2013 | Peace / SecurityBack in 1898 when George Curzon coined the term, “the Great Game” while he served as viceroy of India, the United States was just putting on its imperial uniform. Countries are “pieces on a chessboard upon which is being played out a great game for...
| Dec 18, 2013 | Peace / SecurityIt would be great if we could take military leaders at their word when they vow to stem the growing tide of sexual assaults in the armed services. Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel announced new measures over the summer to address what he described as “a stain on...
| | Peace / SecurityAfter years of stalemate, the United States and our allies have secured a verifiable nuclear deal with Iran. This first-stage deal freezes Iran’s nuclear program and provides both sides time to negotiate a more comprehensive agreement ensuring Iran never develops the...
| | Peace / SecurityYou may have noticed that a number of countries are angry at the United States. It’s that Edward Snowden thing. Spying has suddenly provided a convenient horse for foreign leaders to ride in venting their simmering frustration at being constantly pushed around...
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| Dec 17, 2013 | Peace / SecurityIt’s a scary world out there, with global terrorists plotting to kill us. That’s why we must be grateful to the National Security Agency and our Department of Homeland Security. They’re constantly on watch, poised to spring to our defense, no matter...
