News Analysis
Hong Kong Chaos
Loyalists and Localists Face Off in Hong Kong Legislature

The chaos in Hong Kong’s legislature will re-ignite a debate over how to handle activists who openly defy Beijing.

Political Decay
Democratic Norms Are Collapsing

And we all share the blame.

Delivering Health
What “Narrow” Health Networks Can Tell Us About Single Payer

If you give up choice, you can save money. But do Americans want to give up choice?

Foolish Fuel Subsidies
The Battle Greens Should Be Fighting

Fossil fuel subsidies are bad for both the environment and the global economy.

The Future War on Terror
Mosul Battle Puts U.S. Burden-Sharing To The Test

In the battle for Mosul, the U.S. is betting on a burden-sharing strategy that could have profound consequences for future counter-terrorism.

creative destruction
Wall Street Business Model Under Pressure

Competitive markets, when they function properly, don’t just hammer the little guy.

Cool Green Tech
A Climate Solution to Get Excited About

Scientists discovered a new way to convert carbon dioxide into usable fuel.

Asia's Game of Thrones
Beijing’s Opening Bargain with Manila

China hints at a bargain with the Philippines on the South China Sea, while Vietnam stands up for U.S. intervention.

Gazproblems
Balkan Pipeline is Russia’s Latest Euro-Problem

Bulgaria and Greece are building a pipeline to help Europe reduce its dependency on Russian gas.

marketplace of ideas
Americans Remain Committed to Free Speech, But…

Pew surveys attitudes toward free expression in America and around the world.

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