“Never Give an Inch” had been perceived as a precursor to a presidential bid. Now, it looks like a vice presidential job application submitted to Donald Trump.
Jamal Khashoggi
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Biden’s Mideast Trip Keeps America in the Game
The president talked up Israeli-Palestinian peace, promoted regional security, and sought more Saudi oil—but the larger message was that America remains engaged in the region.
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The Cost of Freedom
Freedoms of worship, speech, and assembly–all are under threat but the United States has always been willing to pay the price.
Posted inFeatured, Law and Justice, Political Animal
Why Bill Barr Shields Foreign Terrorists from the Death Penalty
And yet, the AG has revived capital punishment for U.S. convicts. It’s time to end the hypocrisy and stop all executions.
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At G20, Trump Continues to Excuse and Justify the Murder of Journalists
Our president is incapable of showing any moral leadership and actually sides with the world’s worst monsters.
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We Should Have Reevaluated Our Saudi Alliance Before Now
The murder of Jamal Khashoggi seems like an odd tipping point in our long-troubled relations with the House of Saud.
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Lindsey Graham’s Political Theater
He’s livid about Khashoggi but won’t even support protecting Mueller.
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How Trump Reacts When One of His Handlers is Caught Red-Handed
The president rejected intelligence linking Mohammad bin Salman to the murder of Jamal Khashoggi.
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The Sad Saga of Saudi Lies
Riyadh can hide the truth of Khashoggi’s death, but it cannot avoid a time-tested fate.
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Trump Is Giving Ruthless Dictators Nothing to Fear
A conflict-averse and sovereignty-first president is enabling the oppression of millions.
