Peace and Foreign Policy
To build peace, we must dislodge the economic and political foundations of war. IPS believes that a just foreign policy is based on human rights, international law, and diplomacy over military intervention.
Latest Work
“$225 Billion and Still No Exit Plan”
First and foremost, the Iraqi people deserve a plan.
“What Now For The Peace Movement?”
In the six months leading up to the invasion of Iraq, the United States erupted in a display of citizen dissent not seen since the Vietnam War era.
“Dealing with the Powers in Pyongyang”
How to deal with North Korea
“Now Taking Applications at the World Bank”
Given that by tradition, the U.S. picks the World Bank president, this is a golden opportunity to help mend some fences and improve the nation’s standing internationally at a time when U.S. popularity is suffering
Sham Sharm Talks
UFPJ Talking Points #30: The Bush Administration orchestrated the Sharm al-Sheikh talks as part of their regional strategy centered by the Iraq War.
“Pentagon Priorities Put Troops, Security At Risk”
Continuing to fund these big-ticket systems is one reason the Army is still scrambling to provide adequate body armor and well-protected Humvees to our troops in Iraq.
Reading the Elections
UFPJ Talking Points #29: Bush will use these elections to claim legitimacy for his occupation of Iraq.
“Pentagon ‘Cuts’ Really Miss the Point”
While the administration and Congress begin to reduce unnecessary weapons programs, they must pay equal attention to investing in the non-military tools that are critical to our security.
“Iraqi Elections: Bring ‘Em On”
The elections in Iraq are shaping up to be another “Bring ’em on” moment.
“Low-expectation Election”
Elections in Iraq are only days away, and it’s clear that Iraq’s voters aren’t ready for them.