Could Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Have Been Prevented? NATO’s Outgoing Chief Thinks So
As Jens Stoltenberg bid farewell to his decade-long tenure as NATO’s secretary general, his thoughts turned to one significant regret: the West’s failure to provide Ukraine with more robust military support after Russia’s initial incursions in 2014. On his final…
Mapping the Carville Era: From Bill Clinton’s Alter Ego to Joe Biden’s Bête Noire
James Carville, often seen sporting his signature pink USMC hoodie, seems more jittery than usual as he waits in the lobby of an opera house in Telluride, Colorado. The event: the premiere of a documentary about his political career, marriage,…
Why the U.S. is Outpacing Europe in Combating Russian Election Interference
In the ongoing global effort to combat Russian election interference, the United States has shown Brussels what real enforcement looks like — and it didn’t rely on new, flashy social media regulations. Instead, Washington deployed old, but effective, laws to…
How Tim Walz Learned to Throw a Punch
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is not the same politician he was a decade ago—or even four years ago. On a Wednesday evening not long ago, the man who began his political career as a centrist with an affable, everyman demeanor…
Ukraine’s Pivotal Moment: Biden’s Decision and the Future of the War
Ukrainian leaders are once again grappling with a critical decision looming across the ocean in Washington, one that could determine their nation’s future as much as any battle fought on the front lines. In recent conversations with them, a mix…
If Republicans Want to Win, They Need Trump to Lose Big
In 1984, Walter Mondale boldly told the truth about the tough choices facing America, acknowledging that both he and Ronald Reagan would have to raise taxes to tackle the national deficit. As we enter the final stretch of another presidential…
Inside the Democratic Reboot: Joy, Hope, and Fear
The political landscape shifted dramatically in just one week, leaving both parties grappling with seismic changes and renewed purpose. For Democrats, the moment of reckoning came on Sunday when President Joe Biden finally bowed out of the 2024 race, relinquishing…
The Obamas’ Approach to Trump: Making Him Small
Over the past decade, Donald Trump has firmly established himself not just as a former president, but as the head of a political movement that draws fierce devotion from his base. Democrats have consistently railed against him, painting him as…
Free Bill Clinton: The Key to Saving the 2024 Election for Democrats
As Democrats face an unpredictable and pivotal election season, one name is emerging as a critical asset for the party’s chances in November: Bill Clinton. While Clinton has been a staple figure at every Democratic convention for over three decades,…
J.D. Vance and the Rise of the New Right: A Postliberal Vision of Gender and Society
In a July 29, 2021, appearance on Tucker Carlson’s show, J.D. Vance expressed a disdainful view of modern society, one that mirrored Carlson’s own transformation from Trump skeptic to enthusiastic supporter. Vance, once critical of Donald Trump, had become a…
The Saudi Crown Prince and His Fear of Assassination
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) of Saudi Arabia is no stranger to danger. Known for his strong-armed leadership, MBS is now reportedly concerned about his life. As he pushes for a historic peace deal involving Israel, the U.S., and…
JD Vance’s Old Blogs: A Window Into His Political Evolution and Struggles
JD Vance’s political career has been marked by growing pains. As a vice-presidential nominee with a steady stream of negative polls and internal party scrutiny, the Ohio senator’s rise seems to be stalling. Critics point to his staunch social conservatism,…