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The AUMF has legitimized expanded presidential war-making.
Feb 25, 2015 / Editorial / Michael T. Klare
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Keystone XL is part of a new colonial project—and Canada and Mexico are the frontiers.
Feb 12, 2015 / Michael T. Klare
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This time, it could be long-lasting—with dramatic consequences for the climate, the economy and the global balance of power.
Feb 4, 2015 / Editorial / Michael T. Klare
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Carbon companies have a new strategy: focus on the positive.
Jan 8, 2015 / Michael T. Klare
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His resignation has to be seen against the growing war fever in Washington—which is now reflected in White House policy.
Nov 26, 2014 / Michael T. Klare
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Prepare for the new Republican majority to speed the exploitation of the country’s oil, coal and natural gas reserves.
Nov 18, 2014 / Michael T. Klare
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How the US is using trade sanctions and other means to curb the oil exports of its foes.
Oct 9, 2014 / Michael T. Klare
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Just five years ago, experts were predicting an imminent peak and decline in global oil production. Instead, we’re in the middle of a historic boom. What happened?
Sep 4, 2014 / Michael T. Klare
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“Don't do stupid stuff”—his shorthand for avoiding unnecessary entanglements—actually has deep roots in US strategic thinking.
Sep 3, 2014 / Michael T. Klare
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Convulsions of violent conflict from Iraq to Nigeria to Ukraine are all being fueled by the same thing—fuel.
Jul 8, 2014 / Michael T. Klare