Tony Blair: Dr. Faust — Or Mephistopheles?

Does the British Prime Minister resemble a German literary character?

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The Strange Turn of U.S. Neoconservatism

How did the neocons mutate into a globe-shattering phenomenon?

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Boot Camp for the World

Why is a Russian-born American calling for his country to recognize its imperialism?

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The IMF in 2050

How should voting powers at the IMF be allocated to reflect the world today — and in the future?

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Condoleezza Rice's Professional Future

What might be the U.S. National Security Advisor’s next job?

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The EU — What Is It?

How will the EU shape Europe’s future — and influence global politics?

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Frenzy in Fez

How does a world-renowned chef think about a frenzied encounter in a Moroccan fez?

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The Battle Over U.S. Unemployment

Our best quotes on what Americans think of the U.S. unemployment picture.

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The Iraq War, the U.S. Budget and History

How do the costs of the Iraq war compare to past conflicts — and other budget items?

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Crossing Lithuania

What is the fate of the Lithuanian economy as a new member of the European Union?

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