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5 national security issues next president must tackle President Obama and Mitt Romney battle over foreign policy issues in the third and final presidential debate. No matter who wins the presidential election November 6, Mr. Romney or Mr. Obama will have to confront five urgent national security issues in the first weeks of his term.
50 years after Cuban missile crisis: 5 ways US must promote nuclear nonproliferation Fifty years after the Cuban missile crisis brought the world to the brink of a nuclear holocaust, the threats posed by the bomb still hang over us all. The next US president must pursue a nuclear nonproliferation and disarmament 鈥渟timulus plan.鈥� It should include the following elements.
Millennial generation could kill the NFLMany protective mothers and fathers of Millennials aren't allowing their kids to play tackle football聽because of health risks.听These attitudes could close the NFL鈥檚 pipeline to many talented players. But these concerns also have the potential to change the violent NFL culture for the better.
The men behind schoolgirl MalalaIt鈥檚 important to remember Pakistani men who support their daughters as Malala鈥檚 father does. Zia Yousafzai is a champion of his daughter's education and activism. My father moved our family from Pakistan to England to help support my schooling. It's the Muslim thing to do.
Missing from Colombia, FARC peace negotiations: womenAs the government of Colombia and the militant insurgency group FARC begin peace negotiations today in Oslo, Norway, they may finally end one of Latin Americas longest conflicts. But greater participation by all Colombians, especially women, is critical for a lasting peace.
R.I.P. town-hall presidential debatesIn Tuesday鈥檚 presidential debate moderated by Candy Crowley, both candidates focused more on delivering their prepared quips and the equality of timekeeping than directly answering voters' questions. The town-hall debate has not lived up to its promise. It is time to try a fresh format.
Obama's missed debate opportunities against Romney may cost himThough many have declared the night a 'win' for President Obama in his second presidential debate against Mitt Romney, he let several key opportunities to call Romney on the carpet go by. Think: capital gains tax rates and 'binders full of women.' Democrats still have reason to worry.
Global ViewpointThe price of inequality: Q&A with Nobel economics winner Joseph StiglitzJoseph Stiglitz, author of the new book 'The Price of Inequality,' argues that the wealth gap in the United States 'is holding us back' because it weakens consumer demand. 'If we want to restore growth, and therefore full employment and greater tax revenues,' we need to address this gap.
Scotland independence movement sends dangerous messageScotland's Alex Salmond and British Prime Minister David Cameron signed the 'Edinburgh deal' 鈥� allowing Scotland to hold a referendum vote on independence in 2014.听As Europe's bonds are tested, the push for Scottish independence sends a dangerous 'go it alone'聽message.
Politics around Benghazi tragedy distract us from bigger issues in Middle EastDeflecting some of the heat the Romney campaign has aimed at President Obama and Joe Biden for the attack on the US consulate in Benghazi, Libya, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton claimed responsibility for the security of US diplomats.听America鈥檚 blind focus on avenging terrorism diverts us from asking hard questions about its historical roots 鈥� and our dubious alliances today.
NATO must offer Turkey military support in Syria crisisTurkey has twice turned to NATO for support in the face of attacks from Syria. But the transatlantic alliance has responded with words rather than deeds. To preserve its credibility in Turkey and the region, NATO should offer radar aircraft and/or rapid reaction forces.
50 years after Cuban missile crisis: closer than you thought to World War IIIFifty years after the Cuban missile crisis, many people find it hard to believe that the confrontation could have pushed the US and Soviet Union to nuclear war. Robert F. Kennedy鈥檚 newly released papers remind us why this was the most dangerous moment in recorded history.
Paul Ryan and Joe Biden vice presidential debate was good TV and good politicsIt was no blowout, but that's not to say there weren't plenty of blowout moments.听The vice presidential debate between Joe Biden and Paul Ryan had substance, feistiness, and a real contest of ideas.听It likely reminded viewers how bad the Romney, Obama presidential debate was.
The path forward in Georgia: Will billionaire Ivanishvili invest in democracy?Georgia鈥檚 Oct. 1 parliamentary elections set up billionaire businessman聽Bidzina Ivanishvili to become prime minister.听This presents a unique opportunity to build a consolidated democracy, develop civil society, and seek justice for those persecuted under President聽Mikhail Saakashvili.
Why Syria's regional spillovers could prompt interventionTurkey's forced landing of a Syrian passenger jet from Moscow suspected of carrying military cargo is the latest example of regional spillover from the Syria crisis. The risks of these cascading spillovers may ultimately emerge as the leading rationale for international intervention.
What if Britain left the European Union?Amid the debt crisis in Europe, Euro-skeptics in Britain are dominating public discourse. British Prime Minister David Cameron is publicly hinting at a referendum on membership in the European Union. But remember, Britain, if you leave the EU, it's cold out there.
How to create jobs in AfricaDespite recent economic success, Africa needs a free-market makeover to create jobs for its high youth population. Zambia embodies the challenge 鈥� and opportunity 鈥� to create jobs by making it easier for businesses to operate and grow.
The case against mail-in votingEarly voting is now underway in more than half the states. While mail-in and early voting have their merits,聽I don鈥檛 just want my vote to count; I want the act of voting to count. I want to stand in line, the longer the better, and practice civility with those in my community.
Obama must stand up to Netanyahu on Israeli settler violenceThe US State Department recent called Israeli settler violence against Palestinians 'terrorist incidents.' Though a step in the right direction, the label fails to highlight the Israeli government's responsibility for these human rights violations. Washington must take a bold stand.
Global ViewpointSlowdown of China's economy is pushing world toward another economic crisisChina鈥檚 high inflation and stimulus-fueled real estate bubble have been aggravated by sagging global demand for Chinese goods. The impact is being felt all across China 鈥� and the world.听China must move away from export-driven investment to consumption-driven growth.
