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Rule of Lawyers

Let’s rein in the American Bar Association cartel.

Global Commodities Collapse
Mongolia Offers a Glimpse Into the Grim Future of Development

Mongolia is perhaps the country hardest hit by the global commodities collapse.

Mafia State Watch
Spain Fires Shots at Putin’s Kleptocracy

A big bust nets eight mobsters. A further set of warrants are out for Russian officials directly implicated in gangland dealings.

The Siloviki Shuffle
On His Majesty’s Secret Services

What a Russian governor’s arrest for allegedly taking a bribe tells us about the struggle for control among Putin’s siloviki.

Better Late Than Never
Kerry to Begin Shuttle Diplomacy over Brexit

When the house was on fire, the Obama Administration did the absolute minimum. Now, when success is more difficult, the U.S. is going to commit to the issue and dive in.

Orwell in Russia
Putin’s Absurd New “Big Brother” Laws

The draconian package of security laws passed last Friday by the Russian Duma are breathtaking in their repressive ambition. But they might also be nearly impossible to implement.

Literary Saturday
The Novelist of Diplomacy

C. J. Cherryh won’t help you understand any particular culture, but she will help you understand what it means to step out from the comfort of your own background to engage with others.

We Want Out
Brexit and the Immigration Question

More than anything else, Brexit is a sign that both British and EU leaders have lost the benefit of the doubt.

Begging for Relief
Putin’s Banker Works the Hill

The CEO of Russia’s VTB Bank was in Washington this week, meeting with lawmakers and trying to get sanctions lifted. It’s all part of Putin’s outreach efforts.

In or Out?
Live-Blogging the Brexit

Join us as we live-blog the Brexit referendum returns.

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