How Times Have Changed: France, Not England, Joins US Coalition of Willing

Could anyone have imagined a decade ago a scenario when the United States would go to war with France by our side and England on the sidelines?

Conservatives For Putin?

Some conservatives don’t seem too troubled by Vladimir Putin’s repression.

Gay Bars Boycott Russian Vodka

Gay bars around the world are banning Russian vodka to protest the lack of gay rights in that country.

Do Personal Relationships Matter In International, Or Domestic, Politics?

Does it matter if political leaders like each other on some personal level? Sometimes it does.

Jeb Bush Defends Conservatism in Weird Online Magazine

The possible presidential contender has an op-ed in a rather dubious outlet.

24/7 News Even When There’s No News

A sensational story, little solid information, and instant analysis are a bad combination

OTB Caption Contest Winners

The Come On Baby Light My Fire Edition OTB Caption ContestTM is now over.

Is Russia Preparing To Cut Its Losses In Syria?

Recent comments from Russian officials suggest that the nation may be preparing to cut its longtime ally loose.

OTB Caption Contest Winners

The Hunt For Red November 6th Edition OTB Caption ContestTM is now over.

Romney Continues To Attack Russia

Mitt Romney’s confrontational approach to Russia makes no sense.

Obama’s Foreign Policy Etch-a-Sketch

For a change, President Obama and not one the Republican contenders to replace him has gotten into trouble for accidentally speaking the truth.

Do We Need More Debates?

There will be no more GOP candidate debates. That’s not necessarily a good thing.

Time’s 2011 Person Of The Year: “The Protester”

Time Magazine has chosen “The Protester” as its Person Of The Year. Let the outrage ensue.

The President is Just Like…

It is notoriously difficult to judge a presidency mid-stream.

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