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The Eagle in the Dragon’s Trap: Beijing Prepares to Rewrite the Rules of the Game with Trump’s Return
The Eagle in the Dragon’s Trap: Beijing Prepares to Rewrite the Rules of the Game with Trump’s Return
Author argues that Trump’s second-term policies are accelerating China’s rise—enabling Beijing to expand diplomatic, economic, and technological influence while repositioning itself as a global leader... Read More...


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Diego Garcia: Navigating its Strategic Role for the U.S Amidst the UK-Mauritius Deal
Diego Garcia: Navigating its Strategic Role for the U.S Amidst the UK-Mauritius Deal
Author explores Diego Garcia’s pivotal role in U.S. strategy amid shifting UK-Mauritius sovereignty—highlighting rising U.S.-China rivalry in the Indian Ocean. By Ehtasham Ali. (05/02/2025 Read More...


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The Gang of Anti-Globalists
The Gang of Anti-Globalists
Editorial critiques the anti-globalist rhetoric of U.S. leaders in the Trump administration, arguing that globalization—rooted in capitalism—is misunderstood and scapegoated, despite having driven glo... Read More...


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Trump’s Diplomatic Coup
Trump’s Diplomatic Coup
Author argues that Trump’s diplomatic strategy prioritizes national interests over alliances, aiming to realign US-Russia relations. This analysis explores its geopolitical risks and long-term consequ... Read More...


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Trump's War
Trump's War
The recent clash between US President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelensky unsettles not only the international balance but also the internal stability of the United States. By Prof. Manlio Graziano... Read More...


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Trump’s Return and the Global Climate Struggle: A Test for Structuralism in International Relations
Trump’s Return and the Global Climate Struggle: A Test for Structuralism in International Relations
What will President Trump's policies mean for climate governance?And structuralist international relations models? By Christopher Burke. (01/29/2025) Read More...


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Finis Eauropæ?
Finis Eauropæ?
Could factors including increased risks for Europe after France's crisis and the rise of euroscepticism portend the end of the West? By Prof. Manlio Graziano. (01/17/2025) Read More...


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Trump’s Rhetoric Shows the Erosion of American Strength
Trump’s Rhetoric Shows the Erosion of American Strength
Understanding intentions, language, and motivations behind Donald Trump's statements. By Prof. Manlio Graziano. (01/15/2025) Read More...


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How can the U.S. sanctions on Pakistan's ballistic missile impact South Asian stability?
How can the U.S. sanctions on Pakistan's ballistic missile impact South Asian stability?
Author arguest that sanctions will create a strategic imbalance in South Asia that can fuel intense conflicts. By Abdul Mussawer Safi. (01/07/2024) Read More...


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Trump Has a Chance to Change the American-Iranian Relationship
Author argues that much of the conflict in the region is due to the West's unnecessary intervention and branding of Iran as America's greatest enemy, and examines America's history with Iran to show h... Read More...


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The Biden Administration's Latest Migration Proposal is a Step in the Wrong Direction

President Biden's latest proposal about migration suggests a betrayal of his promise to “secure our border, while ensuring the dignity of migrants and upholding their legal right to seek asylum.”  ... Read More...



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Nixon and Reagan Are Dead. The War on Drugs Should Be Too.
Nixon and Reagan Are Dead. The War on Drugs Should Be Too.

It's time for change from the War on Drugs. By Madeleine Roth. (12/22/2022)

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The Personal Dimension in Saudi-U.S. Relations
The Personal Dimension in Saudi-U.S. Relations

Relations between Saudi Arabia and the United States are largely set by the respective  leaders and the nature of the relationship between them. By Dr. Moran Zaga and Kobby Barda. (10/31/2022)

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Ethical Frameworks Can Not Be Applied to the U.S. Government
Ethical Frameworks Can Not Be Applied to the U.S. Government

How are ethical and moral arguments applied to U.S. govenment policy and actions? By Madeleine Roth. (10/27/2022)

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The Troubled Waters of Taiwan
The Troubled Waters of Taiwan

Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan was part of intensifying tensions in the region. By Sartaj Chaudhary. (08/16/2022)

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Can Washington Avert a Thucydides Trap with Beijing?
Can Washington Avert a Thucydides Trap with Beijing?

Is there reasonable cause for concern about the China-US relationship? By Collins Chong Yew Keat. (07/30/2022)

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What is to be done: burning issues for Western democracies regarding Ukraine
What is to be done: burning issues for Western democracies regarding Ukraine

Current key failures by Western democracies to help Ukraine and what's needed to apply pressure on Putin's Russia.  By Dr. Andreas V Georgiou. (04/18/2022)

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The Migrant Detention Crisis Is Back
The Migrant Detention Crisis Is Back

Reflections on U.S. migration detention crisis.  By Madison Adams. (03/28/2022)

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“A good scholar is like a good hitter in baseball: if you get on base about a third of the time, you’re doing prett… https://t.co/WnpBOn5AZV

— Dr. Joseph Frusci (JFrusci) 10/19/2021
Dr. Joseph Frusci
Economist US Twitter (10/19/2021)




There is more than $7,000 in paper money out there for every American. Yet most people barely use cash. Where’s it… https://t.co/N1CQiv21uw

— Dr. Joseph Frusci (JFrusci) 10/19/2021
Dr. Joseph Frusci
Economist US Twitter (10/19/2021)




On our “Checks and Balance” podcast, @AlexandraSuich says the latest Facebook scandal may be more grave than previo… https://t.co/MSjawlGyTN

— Dr. Joseph Frusci (JFrusci) 10/19/2021
Dr. Joseph Frusci
Economist US Twitter (10/19/2021)




The same actions that threaten ecosystems endanger human health too. The risk is most acute in tropical, biodiverse… https://t.co/xDpjpxywuK

— Dr. Joseph Frusci (JFrusci) 10/19/2021
Dr. Joseph Frusci
Economist US Twitter (10/19/2021)




“We just wanted to do a solid, respectable gangster movie.” The creator of “The Sopranos”, David Chase, tells… https://t.co/WtwLdWDA8p

— Dr. Joseph Frusci (JFrusci) 10/19/2021
Dr. Joseph Frusci
Economist US Twitter (10/19/2021)




Support for Joe Biden is deteriorating rapidly. Several big issues are dragging him down https://t.co/OMXMUAc6Fi via @EconUS

— Dr. Joseph Frusci (JFrusci) 10/19/2021
Dr. Joseph Frusci
Economist US Twitter (10/19/2021)




Dawn Lippert started the Elemental Excelerator in Hawaii because it was the perfect testing ground for climate tech… https://t.co/jqeQvD0JP7

— Dr. Joseph Frusci (JFrusci) 10/19/2021
Dr. Joseph Frusci
Economist US Twitter (10/19/2021)




In a sense, Colin Powell’s career reflected the arc of American military history https://t.co/nLseXeeXhS via @EconUS

— Dr. Joseph Frusci (JFrusci) 10/19/2021
Dr. Joseph Frusci
Economist US Twitter (10/19/2021)




“It’s just asking people how they feel about things.” The Economist’s Hal Hodson says recent Facebook revelations a… https://t.co/9wwi9DPkFJ

— Dr. Joseph Frusci (JFrusci) 10/19/2021
Dr. Joseph Frusci
Economist US Twitter (10/19/2021)




Why did mobile money take off in Kenya in 2007? How did users shape its development? And what does it reveal about… https://t.co/j4L8Dy6ltS

— Dr. Joseph Frusci (JFrusci) 10/19/2021
Dr. Joseph Frusci
Economist US Twitter (10/19/2021)




The Case for Removal
The Case for Removal

The stationing of nuclear weapons in Turkey puts the US at risk.  By Andrew Crabtree. (07/07/2021)

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Just How Can the U.S. Reshore the Semiconductor Industry?
Just How Can the U.S. Reshore the Semiconductor Industry?

What's the best path forward for the U.S. to reshore the semiconductor industry?  By Maryanne Liu. (05/18/2021)

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