Iraq–Fool Me Twice
In October 2002 the White House deceived the Congress and the public, inducing Congress–in the administration’s interpretation–to abandon its constitutional responsibilities in matters of war-making.
Iran: The Day After
If the U.S. attacks Iran – with nuclear or “conventional” bombs – it is virtually certain that Iranian retaliation will be swift and lethal.
Permanent US Bases in Iraq are Immoral
The American people should question both the morality and the policy implications of what a permanent U.S. military presence brings to Iraq.
A New Endgame in Iraq
Even if an all out civil war is avoided now, it may not be as easy to avoid in the future if negotiations over either the formation of a coalition government or the constitutional settlement finally break down.
In Iraq, "It’s the Oil, Stupid"
President George W. Bush will not withdraw our forces until U.S. oil companies have secure access to Iraq’s resources.
Why 2,245 is Just the Tip of the Iceberg
Lost in the T-shirt battle is what really matters: President George W. Bush’s failure to tell the nation about the true costs of the war.
Iraq and the Problem of Terrorism
As long as the social and economic conditions remain along with 138,000 U.S. troops, there will be a movement in Iraq and throughout the Arab world that will oppose the U.S., and the spectrum of that opposition will be one that includes those who commit acts of terrorism.
Operation Homecoming
How to bring the troops home and internationalize the peace.
No End In Sight
Iraq: No End In Sight
Bolivians Send U.S. a Sharp Message
Morales faces the daunting challenge of governing a troubled and bitter nation, where expectations are high and short-term change is difficult to achieve.
Why the U.S. Occupation of Iraq Must End Now
UPFJ Talking Points #36: Permanent deployment is already creating a wide range of problems, including military over-stretch, casualties, regional antagonism, and growing global isolation.
Plan for Withdrawal
Given that Bush’s goals are unreachable, the only option is to change course and bring the troops home now.
A Forensic Anatomy of the Strategy for ‘Victory’
Has the President now given a definition of victory in Iraq?
Iraqi Elections: To Be Free and Unfair
UFPJ Talking Points #35: Regardless of election results, sectarian divides continue to grow.
KQED Forum: Iraqi Elections
Four experts from across the political spectrum debate the meaning of the results of the elections and the future of Iraq and U.S. military involvement there.