William R. Polk

William R. Polk's most recent book, Understanding Iran, will be published by Palgrave Macmillan in October. He is working on a new book on Afghanistan, Pakistan and Kashmir, tentatively titled The Cockpit of Asia.

Legitimation Crisis in Afghanistan Legitimation Crisis in Afghanistan

A stable government and an end to insurgency are possible--but only if the US withdraws.

Apr 1, 2010 / Feature / William R. Polk

An Open Letter to President Obama An Open Letter to President Obama

Mr. President, don't derail your presidency by bungling Afghanistan.

Sep 30, 2009 / Feature / William R. Polk

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