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Thursday, July 24, 2008

Today's Public Channel Feature
Obama, Carter and the Post-American Presidency

With Barack Obama overseas, many are speculating about the influence of a possible Obama presidency on U.S. foreign policy. John O’Sullivan looks at the waning of American influence that occurred during the Carter era — and suggests that the period may foreshadow the first term of an Obama presidency.

Also: The Future of Jerusalem
Soon: WTO and Kyoto

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Today in history
On July 23, 1914, Austria-Hungary issued an ultimatum to Serbia following the killing of Archduke Francis Ferdinand by a Serb assassin — with the dispute leading to World War I.

Quote of the day
"Like Barack Obama today, Jimmy Carter was inexperienced — but he promised a fresh start and an opportunity to change America's image in the world."
Gideon Rachman, Financial Times columnist

Fact of the day
The ratio of total donations that Barack Obama received from U.S. military personnel in 2007 to those received by John McCain is 10:9.
Center for Responsive Politics

Link of the day
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Learn more about the U.S.-EU partnership.

   
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Mediating the Nuclear Impasse
How can Turkey play a pivotal role in resolving the threat posed by Iran's nuclear activities?
By Alon Ben-Meir
Monday, July 21, 2008
Iran's Mullahs, Money and Militias
How does Iran exert its influence in the Middle East?
By Barbara Slavin
Saturday, July 19, 2008
South Africa Through the Eyes of Jürgen Schadeberg
How has South Africa progressed from a country rife with racial tensions to one of the fastest-growing economies in Africa?
By Jürgen Schadeberg
Friday, July 18, 2008
All Agony, No Ecstasy for Anglicans
What are the primary reasons behind the disintegration of the Anglican Church?
By Llewellyn King
Thursday, July 17, 2008
The Future of Jerusalem
Is a solution to the future of Jerusalem really as elusive as some skeptics argue?
By Alon Ben-Meir
 

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The Globalist Poll

What is the biggest impact an Obama presidency would have on U.S. foreign policy?
Re-engagement with allies
Talking to countries with which the United States disagrees
An improved U.S. global image
It would have little effect

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