Obama Soft Power

Obama's Foreign Policies Must Combine Hard and Soft Power

Joseph Nye | Posted 01.03.2009 | World


Joseph Nye

Beyond dealing with urgent trouble spots, a key priority for Barack Obama will be to set his own tone that helps to educate the public at home and abroad.

Obama Grows a Beard

Nancy Snow | Posted 12.23.2008 | Politics


Nancy Snow

I can't be the only one who has noticed that this President-elect who ignited his Democratic base and the world has grown in stature and gravitas since the election.

Obama Soft Power, Smart Power

Nancy Snow | Posted 12.11.2008 | Politics


Nancy Snow

Those of us who view ourselves as moderate independents may be the most satisfied with what comes out of the sausage factory, er, legislative process under Obama.

Obama and Soft Power (II)

Joseph Nye | Posted 06.23.2008 | Politics


Joseph Nye

After summing up American military and economic power, I realized that something was missing -- a term that defines our ability to attract others through culture, values, and policies.

Barack Obama and Soft Power

Joseph Nye | Posted 06.20.2008 | Politics


Joseph Nye

It is difficult to think of any single act that would do more to restore America's soft power than the election of Obama to the presidency.