Jobs, not bombs
President Obama's decision to send 30,000 more troops to Afghanistan has generated skepticism and dismay among his supporters. And rightly so.
New chapter in U.S.-India relations
There is substantial symbolism in this week's visit of Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to the United States.
Why an Afghan surge will fail
Before buying into an escalataion strategy, the Obama administration should spend some time examining the August 12 battle of Dananeh.
Next steps in Afghanistan
One of the Obama administration's most important actions has been its decision to thoroughly review U.S. objectives, goals and strategy in Afghanistan.
Obama, the Karzai brothers & the ghost of Najibullah
In 1992 Afghan President Najibullah issued a warning. Unfortunately, it was rejected.
Rethinking national security
Last week President Obama signed a military spending bill that begins to turn our nation in a new, better direction. But there is a long way to go.
