foreign policy
German sour pickles: Gauck, militarism, and Gaza
August 13, 2014When politicians vacation and little action is expected, the words German journalists use for this is "Saure-Gurken-Zeit" or "sour pickle time."
Read moreEnding violence must be our passion
August 11, 2014We can barely turn in any direction without encountering violence of one kind or another. It is a pervasive presence in our lives and the lives of people worldwide.
Read moreUkraine, “Morning Joe,” and the new Cold War
August 7, 2014Over the past few weeks the American people have been served up a steady stream of words and images by the major media about the conflict in the Ukraine.
Read moreFighting intensifies in Eastern Ukraine as Kiev acts against Communist Party
August 4, 2014The crisis in Eastern Ukraine is coming to a head, with intensified fighting and mounting casualties, including many civilians.
Read moreTurn away from death and destruction
July 23, 2014Our government bears a heavy responsibility for all these horrors; it's time to push for peace and for a humane foreign policy that puts people before profits.
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