Jim Walsh, A Council Board Member, appeared on Al Jazeera America to discuss progress in the Iran negotiations despite the deadline extension.

A misconception that could scuttle nuclear talks with IranAs nuclear talks between Iran and the other members of the so-called P5+1 group are extended for another seven months, one issue is sure to remain a sticking point. The most important differenc…

“In May, the president declared: ‘I think Americans have learned that it’s harder to end wars than it is to begin them.’ On that, at least, he is correct,” writes Senior Fellow John Isaacs for The Hill’s Congress blog.

Dangerous aftermath awaits should Iran negotiations fail November 25, 2014By James Walsh Extending negotiations with Iran over its nuclear power program is both good and bad. The good news is that the interim agreement, or Joint Plan of Action, will continue in force. It has been the most effective tool for reducing the danger of […]

Peace President Turned War President By John Isaacs Barack Obama defeated Hillary Clinton for the Democratic nomination for president in 2008 in part by running as the peace candidate. In his last two and a half years in office, he risks the sobriquet “War President.” In 2002, state senator Obama criticized the Iraq war launched […]