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World September 13, 2017
The Latest Push to Arm Ukraine
Arming Kiev could hinder diplomatic efforts to end the war.
James Carden
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War and Peace September 8, 2017
Trump Is Leading the US Into a War of Choice Against Iran
The Trump administration is taking its cue from both Bush administrations by lying its way into a third unnecessary war in the Persian Gulf.
James Carden
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Political Ideologies August 9, 2017
Have Neocons Hijacked Trump’s Foreign Policy?
War hawks are wrestling with “America First” nationalists for control of the administration’s international agenda. After a series of remarks by Mike Pence, one camp seems ascendant.
James Carden
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Foreign Policy August 7, 2017
Our Russia Fixation Is Devolving Into an Assault on Political Discourse
A new project by the German Marshall Fund claims to track the influence of foreign propaganda—but warps reality to accommodate an alarming new Russophobia.
James Carden
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World July 26, 2017
Was Trump Wrong to End the CIA’s Train-and-Equip Program in Syria?
Why the rush to condemn Trump’s only smart decision since taking office?
James Carden
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Foreign Policy July 19, 2017
Is Trump Planning to Upend the Iranian Nuclear Accord?
Trump has certified that Iran is in compliance with the terms of the international nuclear agreement—but he doesn’t seem happy about it.
James Carden
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War and Peace July 13, 2017
New Study: The Communities Most Affected by War Turned to Trump in 2016
He promised to put this forgotten part of America first—but he’s done little so far.
James Carden
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World Leaders July 7, 2017
A Fateful Encounter: On Today’s Meeting Between Presidents Trump and Putin
The summit offers a chance to mitigate a crisis.
James Carden
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Foreign Policy June 21, 2017
Trump and His Generals Are Playing a Dangerous Game in Syria
The recent events in Syria represent a remarkable break from the policy candidate Trump campaigned on last year.
James Carden
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May 22, 2017
What Explains Trump’s Sharp About-Face on Saudi Arabia?
It has more than a little to do with the power of the Saudi lobby—as well as the administration’s deep hostility toward Iran.
James Carden