Tag Archives: US foreign policy

Advice for a Declining Superpower

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Carl Coon

We need to play the influence game more intelligently if our long term strategy is to succeed. More brains, less brawn. Continue reading →

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China and Australia, (Geopolitics Near and Far)

Posted on November 18, 2011 by Carl Coon

Obama has reaffirmed our strategic commitment to Australia. This should not by itself upset China too much. Meanwhile, think Antarctica. Continue reading →

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You Can’t Give Something to Nobody

Posted on October 1, 2011 by Carl Coon

If we want to stop being the world’s policeman, to whom do we turn over our badge? If we can get over our prejudice against the UN, it’s a logical choice. Continue reading →

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Is Our Country in Trouble and What Do We Do About It?

Posted on June 28, 2011 by Carl Coon

The world is getting out of control, at least by us, and we need to cut back. While we still have the clout, we should refashion the UN to take over our role as world policeman. Continue reading →

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The US Intervention in Yemen

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Carl Coon

In Yemen, we’re letting a fixation on al-Qaeda get us bogged down in yet another Arab country. Continue reading →

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