Tag : Obama
Four columns in U.S. News and World Report
Please use this link to read four columns on foreign affairs that I was honored to have appear in U.S. News and World Report. https://www.usnews.com/topics/author/tom_squitieriRead more
The paucity of hope
Nothing seems to be safe in Egypt these days. Political opponents of the military leadership are the chief targets for the attacks, attacks that include live fire from security forces. They are not alone: The seething rampages have spread to Christian churches, the media, foreigners, those held in custody, and even to the corpses waitingRead more-
Sometimes a cigar is just a stogie
This past week was one that offered sharp reminders that – under the veneer of white papers and white lies — reality can bite. In other words – hello, why are you surprised at these “surprises.” Let’s start with an easy one. Who is surprised that at least some elements of Pakistan’s government probably knewRead more -
Architects without Umbrellas
For decades there have been conversations, tough questions, “ah-ha” moments, deep insights and common sense shared in one-on-one exchanges with John Kerry and Chuck Hagel. In all those times interacting with them, watching them, analyzing them, not one umbrella has been spotted. These men are not appeasers or pleasers. They are not those who seekRead more -
McCain Is Obama’s Key to Bipartisanship
Monday, 17 Nov 2008 04:24 PM By Tom Squitieri The photos that flow Monday following the meeting of President-elect Barack Obama and Sen. John McCain will be uplifting, full of smiles, and good for the image of America as united democracy. But they will pale next to those from last January of the two men,Read more
