The Globalist

The U.S. imports 80% of its rare earths from China, but accounts for just 4% of China’s rare earths exports. This gives China a significant advantage.

Imitation is the highest form of flattery. Trump is not so much fighting China on trade as turning the U.S. into China.

The Trump administration’s policy toward Cuba will only increase the antagonism between the Cuban and US governments.

Why is standing up to one-man rule and presidential nepotism actively pursued among AK Party grandees in Turkey, but not by Republicans in the U.S.?

Trust in the U.S. federal government is at an all time low. Democratic presidential candidates will need to convince voters that they understand their concerns.

Why a Democratic President, if elected, will be able to change very little in the U.S.

A personal reflection on political principles and responsibilities.

Are the warmongers in the U.S. faking attacks from supposed Iranian sources? The lessons of the Vietnam War provide a clear warning.

Under Donald Trump, the times when U.S. administrations acted as a force for global good are fast becoming a faint memory.

A better safety net for Americans is the issue that should be addressed with at least as much vigor as tariffs on Chinese goods.