Libya Update: At Least 84 Dead, Possibly Hundreds
The crackdown in Libya is turning into a massacre.
Wisconsin’s Hemlock Revolution
In the Middle East, protesters are marching for democracy. In the Midwest, they’re protesting against it.
The Revolution Continues In Libya
The Gaddafi regime is facing its most serious challenge in its 41 year history.
Bahraini Forces Fire on the Crowd
The Bahraini state appears willing to continue to use force against its population.
Dozens Dead As Libya Cracks Down On Protesters
As in Baharain, the Libyan Government has reacted violently to the populist uprising sweeping the Arab world. The difference is the Libyans are doing it largely without anyone noticing
Unrest in Bahrain Continues
The unrest continues as those killed during protests are buried. Plus some facts about Bahrain.
When Authoritarians Strike Back, Part II
Like in Bahrain, the Libyan authorities are not tolerating protests.
When Authoritarians Strike Back
The protests in Bahrain have taken a different path than those in Egypt.
Iraqi Defector Admits To Lying About Saddam’s WMD Program
It turns out the Iraq War was indeed based, in part at least, on a lie.
Mubarak’s Last Act: Hiding Stolen Wealth
Knowing his downfall was imminent, the former Egyptian dictator moved vast wealth out of rich of Western governments.
Egyptian Military Affirms Primacy Of Civilian Rule
The Egyptian military is promising a quick transition to new civilian leadership. Will they live up to their promise?
Mubarak Refuses To Step Down, Crowds In Cairo Furious
Hosni Mubarak refuses to step down. Things in Egypt may be about to get bad.
Report: Hosni Mubarak To Step Down Today
Egypt’s President Hosni Mubarak is expected to step down after 17 days of pro-democracy protests.
David Cameron: Gordon Brown Involved In Deal To Release Lockerbie Bomber
British Prime Minister David Cameron has made public documents which confirm his predecessors role in the release of the man convicted of bringing down Pan Am Flight 103.
Mubarak Out? Yes, But Not Necessarily Right Away
Hosni Mubarak may hang on to some semblance of power longer than many expected in the middle of last weeks chaos, mostly because there are few other alternatives right now.
Reflections On Ronald Reagan At 100
Ronald Reagan would have turned 100 today. Here are some thoughts on his legacy.
Sarah Palin Puts Some Words Together About Egypt
Sarah Palin said something about the crisis in Egypt, but it’s not at all clear what she meant.
Egypt and Obama’s Approval Numbers
President Obama’s approval numbers have dropped 9 points since the Egypt crisis broke out.
National Interests
Is American policy in the Middle East dictated by national interest or interest groups?
Who’s A Conservative?
While most Americans consider themselves “conservatives,” some conservatives exclude most Americans from the definition.
An Intelligence Failure In The Middle East?
Some in Washington are claiming the intelligence community missed the warning signs of unrest in Tunisia and Egypt in what looks like little more than an effort to create scapegoats if things go wrong.
Rand Paul Is Right: End Welfare To Israel, And The Rest Of The World
The debate over Senator Rand Paul’s proposed $500 billion spending cut plan has focused almost exclusively on one issue, and one nation.
Obama Administration Discussing Plans For Mubarak’s Departure
The end game in Egypt may be beginning.
White House Tells Mubarak: Transition Must Begin Immediately
Today, Egypt seethed with rage, and the United States lost patience with its ally in Cairo.
Hosni Mubarak Pleases Nobody, And Probably Fans The Flames Of Protest
Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak’s speech to the nation tonight seems destined to make the situation worse.
