Tag Archives: Senator John McCain

McCain’s Formula for Success in Afghanistan

Senator John McCain's proposed measures as Afghan strategy can be helpful to some extent, but there is no guarantee they will turn the tide in Afghanistan.

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A Proactive Foreign Policy

Self-interest motivates most friendships and partnerships, particularly between nations. Failing to take pro-active foreign policy initiatives, what can one expect from a political leadership who are mostly in London and Dubai for Umrah, Eid or for other reasons at a time when the country is undergoing serious domestic and external challenges?

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10 Things to Know About the GOP’s ‘Iran Letter’ Sponsor

How much do you know about the political vision of Senator Tom Cotton, who joined 46 of his Republican colleagues by signing an “informative” letter to Iran, saying that a nuclear deal would not last because the next president could reverse it? Here are ten facts about his political beliefs.

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Is it Possible to be a Successful Secretary of Defense?

His three predecessors despite holding a variety of distinguished public offices, could not really be regarded as “insiders” at the Pentagon. Ash Carter has a wealth of experience working there. But despite his pedigree, Carter represents something of a risky appointment for the president.

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