Posts About Diplomacy

President Bush Needs a Time Out

How about some diplomacy for a change? The only ones who’ll benefit from this kind of outrageous rhetoric are Ahmedinejad and his ilk.


Political Relationships Just Marriages of Convenience

Let’s not confuse international political relationships with individual romances. Those who analyze diplomacy in terms of “tussles” and feuds forget that the only important factor in this field is power.


Start with Cool Heads and Good Faith

The tense recent history leading to such talks has been remarkably devoid of any kind of diplomacy. The Bush era has seen intensified tough talk, with the baggage of recent history piled high on both sides of the table. These negotiations will take time, and won't go anywhere if they aren't done in good faith.


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