The key to its success will be dodging zero-sum choices between the two superpowers.

The high seas are poorly governed. Ratifying the proposed high seas pact would plug this gaping hole and help preserve the future of life on nearly half of the planet.

Once a country loses its sense of national identity, a national unraveling is often not far behind.

If the United States is done fighting for Saudi Arabia’s oil, it's done fighting for the entire region.