The second Greek bailout gets the green light, but the country isn’t out of the woods.
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A Stealth Attack on Democratic Governance
Why are Obama trade negotiators pushing the extreme Trans-Pacific Partnership, and why is it being negotiated in such an untransparent manner?
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The Pacific Pivot
America needs to try something new when it comes to international trade.
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Not a Great Deal for Asia
The Trans-Pacific Partnership could end up hurting the broader economic interests of both the U.S. and smaller Asian nations.
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The Myth of the Level Playing Field
The boast that American workers are naturally superior to other workers and would therefore “win” in any fair competition is problematic at best and at worst, a pander to our national delusion of exceptionalism.
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You Want to Kill Bad Guys? Prove That They’re Bad.
Force any administration to reveal its reasoning and have it examined against the rules. That makes people more careful.
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Hold Off on the Obama Victory Dance
The president’s re-election chances have improved, but Obama faces severe tests on energy and national security.
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The Difference a Different Decider Makes
We may be headed for disaster in Iran, but at least this time we may be able to have a sane debate about it.
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Holder Says Killing Citizens Is Okay If You’re The Government
Taking a break from gender and the Super Tuesday hubbub to talk about national security.
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When Bibi Met Barack
Netanyahu’s evaluation of Iran is based on mythology. Can Obama hold him back?
