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Saudi Arabia Declares War on America’s Muslim Congresswomen
Gulf Arab monarchies are using racism, bigotry, and fake news to denounce Washington's newest history-making politicians.
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The French president can make all the concessions he wants, but he can’t make the public like him.
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One year on from the defeat of the Islamic State, the new U.S. Congress should draw on lessons learned from efforts to counter violent extremism.
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New polling shows that the U.S. public’s views on Israel’s policies are shifting.
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The U.S. helped prevent war in 2008. Those days are gone.
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The United States is falling behind when it comes to AI. Here’s how a new congressional commission can ensure that Washington catches up.
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Global Warming Is Setting Fire to American Leadership
One of the side effects of climate change will be the end of U.S. hegemony.
Mohammed bin Salman Is Worse Than a Criminal. He’s a Symbol.
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The French will remain restive unless and until the effects of their president’s ambitious reforms kick in.
The Pentagon Loves Saudi Arabia, in Sickness and in Health
America’s unbreakable relationship with Riyadh is fueled less by the White House than the military.
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