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Because of the war in Ukraine, the Russian pundits and politicians not only threaten to use nuclear weapons, but also promise invading other nations. The list is long, indeed. Who’s next? Kazakhstan remains a favorite, but in reality, no one from the old Soviet bloc is safe. Of course, the Baltics are permanently on the menu. As far as Poland, the Russians…

So, educating students about the dangers of communism is racist? Who knew? Virginia Republicans recently introduced House Bill 1816 which would have declared November 7 — the anniversary of the 1917 Bolshevik Revolution — Victims of Communism Day. The bill stated that the day would be “suitably observed in each public elementary and secondary school in the…

From the time “recorded” history began (6,000 BC), all societies on earth have lived in something we call “government,” including aboriginals, tribes, and indigenous groups. “Anarchy,” being “without authority,” is impossible for any form of society and normally refers to a temporary breakdown of order, as in civil disturbance, revolution, protest, strike, etc. Whether society…

President Joe Biden popped up in Kiyv and visited Warsaw recently to reaffirm his staunch support of Ukraine in its defensive war against Russia. The trip was largely symbolic, denoting continuity of America’s commitment to arming the Ukrainians. The U.S. warned Russia about our chief executive’s foray on a train to Kiyv. Thus, there was essentially no danger to the U.S. president, but a…

“I think IWP is unique because the program is very practical, specialized, and perfectly fit my interests. When I was applying, I knew what IWP was before I knew what D.C. stood for. I am blessed to be one of IWP’s alumni.” -Yasir Zaidan (’17) Originally from Sudan, Yasir Zaidan (’17) explored challenges facing Africa…

Major Wulf Lindenau, USA was in one of IWP’s very first graduating classes and earned a Graduate Certificate in Intelligence in 2001. He came to IWP at the end of his career, after serving in the Army for over two decades, and subsequently in civilian government service for over 23 years. Although he already had…

In an evaluation of my class “History of International Relations” (taught 48 consecutive semesters at The Institute of World Politics) one student wrote that “Professor Tierney spent too much time on World War I.” This was meant as a “negative” review, as “too much” was literal and, by definition, a complaint. As usual in such…

The world is witnessing an expanding pattern of aggression and belligerence from Moscow unparalleled in our lifetimes. NATO’s support for Ukraine is absolutely critical, and it should be increased to include longer-range missiles, combat tactical aircraft, combat helicopters, armored vehicles, and a steady resupply of artillery and munitions. However, the broader issue facing NATO is…

When even common courtesy is condemned by political partisans, we are seeing the real threat to Israel’s future. In his editorial comment in the Jerusalem Post on February 24th concerning the fact that after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was filmed shaking hands with and smiling at a Yesh Atid MK who returned to the Knesset…

Imagine you’re in a car, driving along an unpaved country road in Ukraine. It’s February, but poking out from the snow on either side of the road, you can see hundreds of acres of blackened, unharvested sunflowers. A quarter of a mile ahead of you, a dark green military truck appears on the horizon. Wanting to keep…