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The de-Americanisation of the World has begun
It’s one of those times when history accelerates. Whatever the outcome of the negotiations on the shutdown and debt ceiling, October 2013 is one of them. It’s the deadlock too far which has opened the eyes of those who still … Continue reading
America’s Global Election
Most people around the world will not be able to vote in the United States’s upcoming presidential election, even though they have a great deal at stake in the result. Overwhelmingly, non-US citizens favor Barack Obama’s re-election over a victory … Continue reading
The British Seeds of American Decline
When people speculate on the decline of America, they usually compare it to the decline of the Roman Empire. Michael Lind, author of “Land of Promise,” an economic history of the United States, thinks the British Empire provides a more … Continue reading
The Waning of the American Dream
The United States still aspires to set an example for other nations. But a host of economic and political problems are conspiring to jeopardize America’s standing in the world, writes foreign policy expert Zbigniew Brzezinski in “Strategic Vision” — none … Continue reading
Considering a U.S.-Iranian Deal
Iran‘s ultimate interest is security against the United States and the ability to sell oil at a more substantial profit. (This would entail an easing of sanctions and a redefinition of how oil revenues in the region are distributed.) The … Continue reading
Chris Hedges: The American Empire Is Over & The Descent Is Going To Be Horrifying
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Nouriel Roubini: “Fasten your seatbelts; it’s going to be a bumpy year!”
The outlook for the global economy in 2012 is clear, but it isn’t pretty: recession in Europe, anemic growth at best in the United States, and a sharp slowdown in China and in most emerging-market economies. Asian economies are exposed … Continue reading
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Britain – Caught between a rock and a hard place
The special relationship between the US and the UK has taken a serious knock as a result of Britain’s maneuvers at the recent EU summit. Deutsche Welle’s Rob Mudge argues that the US will look for new alliances. Read
Euro Crisis Pits Germany and U.S. in Tactical Fight
The Obama team argues that with recession on the horizon for Europe, the threat of inflation is low and the real threat is a great depression. Administration officials, and many economists, argue that Germany is remembering the wrong crisis — … Continue reading
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A New Arms Race Looms between Russia and USl
The US and Russia intended to “reset” their relations under US President Barack Obama. Instead, however, the two countries continue to squabble over the planned missile shield, which Washington insists is to protect against attack from Iran. The debate shows … Continue reading
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