Timothy Oostendarp

The power of a “word fitly spoken”

America isn’t the only nation seeking to contain Iran. But there is a danger in thinking that mutual mistrust would make a solid foundation for a dependable alliance.

China shatters a satellite—and a lot more.

In a nation accustomed to totalitarianism, America has tried to install democracy. Indications are the experiment isn’t working, and the old ways could come roaring back. We’re not talking about Iraq.