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William K. Barth: The Problem With Partition: Human Rights Provides an Alternative to Israel and the Palestinians

2013-05-22T14:36:02Z

Since Israelis and Palestinians live interspersed they are already compelled to cooperate on areas of mutual responsibility such as border security, migration, right-of-return, dual-citizenship, public services, trade and employment.

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Alon Ben-Meir: Humanitarian Disaster and Political Illusion

2013-05-21T10:42:34Z

Certainly, a practical solution to the crisis in Syria would require full cooperation between the U.S. and Russia, but considering the unfolding horror in Syria, neither the U.S. nor Russia can now piece together a political solution that will satisfy all players.

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Manjula Dissanayake: Foreign Policy Begins at Home: Fact or Just Rhetoric?

2013-05-20T17:05:45Z

I personally believe that the U.S. still has the capacity and the aspiration to remain the nation of opportunity for generations to come.

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Jennifer Redner: Giving Girls a Chance at a Real Future With Real Choices

2013-05-20T13:30:26Z

As a key player in shaping global development priorities -- priorities that include education, health care, food security, economic empowerment and ending violence against women and girls -- the United States has an important role in ending early and forced marriage worldwide.

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Kerry Vows Strict Security After Benghazi

2013-05-20T11:57:49Z

WASHINGTON — Secretary of State John Kerry challenged Congress on Monday to go beyond its investigations of embassy security and help ensure tha...

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Michael Brenner: Kerry and Hagel: An Interm Report

2013-05-20T11:04:46Z

John Kerry and Chuck Hagel have been at the helm of American foreign and security policy for some months now. Much was expected from new faces, new approaches and -- perhaps -- some new thinking. How are they doing?

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Brad Friedman and Desi Doyen: 'Green News Report' - May 16, 2013

2013-05-16T18:32:27Z

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Jeffrey Laurenti: Obama Earns His Nobel Prize on Syria

2013-05-16T17:41:37Z

As pressures mount in Washington for a more aggressive American involvement on behalf of at least some rebel groups in Syria, President Obama has seemed intent on proving the Nobel committee was farsighted in awarding him its peace prize four years ago.

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James P. Farwell: The Hard Realities of Syria

2013-05-15T14:53:57Z

Politics is often thought of as a game of chess where pieces can be moved around to execute winning strategies. Applying that logic to the Syrian conflict is dangerous and misleading.

Read more: Syria Rebels, Syria Civil War, Middle East, John Kerry, Vladimir Putin, Lebanon, Israel, Syria, Barack Obama, Syria Weapons, Idris, World News

Alon Ben-Meir: "If You Will It, It Is No Dream"

2013-05-15T10:50:46Z

Israeli and Palestinian leaders have fallen victim to their own uncompromising public narratives. To facilitate the terms of an agreement, they need powerful and relentless pressure to provide them with political cover, which only the U.S. can exert.

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Brad Friedman and Desi Doyen: 'Green News Report' - May 14, 2013

2013-05-14T18:45:41Z

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John Kerry: Climate Change and the Future of the Arctic

2013-05-14T09:55:17Z

Our warming planet means the Arctic's ecosystem is experiencing significant, rapid shifts with far-reaching consequences. All of the changes in the Arctic must change the way we approach the region.

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Kerry: I'll Take On Benghazi

2013-05-09T17:00:22Z

WASHINGTON — Secretary of State John Kerry said Thursday he's determined to answer any questions related to the deadly assault on the U.S. diplo...

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James Heffernan: Will The Catholic Church Ever Stop Trying To Criminalize Sin?

2013-05-09T12:38:36Z

Last October, a pregnant Indian woman died in an Irish hospital after being denied an abortion that might well have saved her life. The Irish parliament is now considering a bill that would legalize abortion under very strict conditions. It has been roundly condemned by the Roman Catholic church.

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Israel Moves Ahead With 300 New Settler Houses In West Bank

2013-05-09T11:48:27Z

JERUSALEM -- Israel has given preliminary approval to build nearly 300 housing units in a West Bank settlement, a spokesman said Thursday, bringing a ...

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Federiga Bindi: Johnny's Calling -- Is Europe There?

2013-05-08T11:16:06Z

When a new administration takes over in the U.S., it takes roughly one year for it to be up and going; wasn't it a bit of an exaggeration to pretend that the brand new European diplomacy would magically work overnight?

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Adam Greenberg: The Youth Climate Vote: A New Force in Electoral Politics

2013-05-08T11:00:57Z

It has become clear that Keystone pipeline is a threat to jobs, health and safety, energy security, food and water security, smart growth, and the climate -- but that's not all it threatens: Now, Keystone XL is becoming toxic for politicians who support it.

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Kerry Reassures Russian NGOs Hit By Crackdown

2013-05-08T10:34:57Z

MOSCOW -- Leading Russian activists said U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry assured them on Wednesday that Washington is concerned about the Kremlin's...

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Rabbi Marc Schneier: Netanyahu Must Take a Page From Sadat

2013-05-07T11:44:04Z

If Netanyahu seizes the moment to reach a peace agreement with the Palestinians, thanks to the initiative put forward by the Qataris and the Arab League, there is a chance that after generations of bitter conflict, Israelis will finally live in peace and security.

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Kerry Aims To Sway Russia Against Syrian Regime

2013-05-07T03:31:17Z

MOSCOW — The United States and Russia pledged Tuesday to set aside more than two years of differences over Syria's civil war, saying they'd conv...

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Brian Jencunas: Criticisms of Obama Cabinet's Lack of Diversity are Rooted in Inaccurate Identity Politics

2013-05-06T17:09:45Z

The president's cabinet should be judged for their ideology, experience, and character, not because of what boxes they check off on their census form.

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William Bradley: Crises Also Fade

2013-05-03T18:43:21Z

Perhaps Obama should be more careful about what he calls a "red line." Dictators are not impressed by empty threats. Would there be support for a multi-national effort to secure chemical weapons stores?

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Biden, Kerry Honor Slain Diplomats

2013-05-03T11:21:22Z

WASHINGTON — Vice President Joe Biden and Secretary of State John Kerry hailed the courage and dedication of U.S. diplomats slain in the line of...

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Amb. Marc Ginsberg: Color Blind to Red Lines: No 'Best' Worst Options for Syria

2013-05-01T13:09:46Z

I am resigned to having the U.S. remain color blind to red lines, largely because the options for credible retaliation are so wretchedly unpalatable. We will be hearing in the coming days about lots of options... until they are exposed to the cold, cruel light of day.

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Dem Rep Wins Primary For Kerry's Senate Seat

2013-04-30T21:17:44Z

BOSTON — Democratic U.S. Rep. Edward Markey and Republican former Navy SEAL Gabriel Gomez won their party primaries on Tuesday, setting up a rac...

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