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"Poll: U.S. has lost global standing under Obama "

March 9, 2010 by Richard E. Coleson

"A majority of Americans say the United States is less respected in the world than two years ago and believe President Obama and other Democrats fall short of Republicans on the issue of national security, according to a poll by two left-leaning groups."

"No Allies, But Plenty of Enemies "

March 4, 2010 by Richard E. Coleson

"[T]he Obama administration announced that it would remain neutral [on the Falklands]. . . . [T]here are lots of reasons why our neutrality here is a bad idea. . . . We do not support all that the British do; nor do they always support us. But our centuries-old friendship should earn Britain special support from us in its disputes, even in the relatively unimportant Falklands mess. If Britain is not considered an ally, then America no longer has real allies. Read more »

"China, Iran Creating 'No-Go' Zones to Thwart U.S. Military Power"

March 3, 2010 by Richard E. Coleson

"[C]ountries in places where the United States has strategic interests -- including the Persian Gulf and the Pacific -- are building 'sophisticated, new technologies to deny our forces access to the global commons of sea, air, space and cyberspace.' Those innocuous words spell trouble. While the U.S. Read more »

"British irate over Hillary comments on Falklands"

March 2, 2010 by Richard E. Coleson

"The Obama administration continued its 'smart power' efforts with America’s closest ally by demanding that the UK negotiate with Argentina over the Falkland Islands.  Hillary Clinton appeared with Argentina’s President Kristina Kirchner yesterday for a press conference in which she pushed for talks to settle the status of the islands — which the British already consider completely settled now.  Nile Gardiner calls Hillary’s comments a 'slap in the face' to the UK. . . ." Read more »

"White House Is Rethinking Nuclear Policy"

March 1, 2010 by Richard E. Coleson

"As President Obama begins making final decisions on a broad new nuclear strategy for the United States, senior aides say he will permanently reduce America’s arsenal by thousands of weapons."

"China PLA officer urges challenging U.S. dominance"

March 1, 2010 by Richard E. Coleson

"China should build the world's strongest military and move swiftly to topple the United States as the global 'champion,' a senior Chinese PLA officer says in a new book reflecting swelling nationalist ambitions."

"US refuses to endorse British sovereignty in Falklands oil dispute"

February 25, 2010 by Richard E. Coleson

"Washington refused to endorse British claims to sovereignty over the Falkland Islands yesterday as the diplomatic row over oil drilling in the South Atlantic intensified in London, Buenos Aires and at the UN."

"Medvedev Objects To 'Endless' NATO Expansion "

February 25, 2010 by Richard E. Coleson

"Russia has made future NATO membership for Ukraine and Georgia, two former Soviet republics, a 'red line' in its relations with the West. It said in the new doctrine, published on February 5, that one of the 'main external threats of war' came from the alliance's eastward expansion to Russia's borders."

"Poll shows concern about American influence waning as China's grows"

February 25, 2010 by Richard E. Coleson

"Facing high unemployment and a difficult economy, most Americans think the United States will have a smaller role in the world economy in the coming years, and many believe that while the 20th century may have been the "American Century," the 21st century will belong to China. "

Experts Urge More US Religious Engagement In Foreign Policy

February 25, 2010 by ZacKester

A Chicago Council on Global Affairs taskforce released a Read more »

"Turkish court charges 7 officers in coup plot"

February 24, 2010 by Richard E. Coleson

"The struggle between the secular Turkish military and the Islamic-oriented government reached new heights Wednesday as a court jailed seven senior officers—including four admirals, an army general and two staff colonels. The officers are charged with plotting several years ago to topple the government of Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan. More officers could be charged later Wednesday. "

"Israel is still America's strongest Mideast ally"

February 24, 2010 by Richard E. Coleson

"[B]y ignoring the great achievements of Jewish culture and their impact on modern civilization, Obama is sending a message to the world that his presidential responsibilities do not include defending Israel from attacks directed at it. Read more »

"Foreign Policy Takes a Vacation"

February 24, 2010 by Richard E. Coleson

American Spectator special report on the traditional varieties of American foreign policy as they play out in current debate.

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