US Foreign Policy: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Globalization: What Is It?
The "Cold War Era" and the "Space Age" have been replaced with the "Era of Globalization," a definition from Keith Porter -- your guide to U.S. Foreign Policy.
The "Cold War Era" and the "Space Age" have been replaced with the "Era of Globalization," a definition from Keith Porter -- your guide to U.S. Foreign Policy.
Globalization: Good or Bad?
Is globalization a plus or a minus for the world?, from Keith Porter--your guide to U.S. Foreign Policy.
Is globalization a plus or a minus for the world?, from Keith Porter--your guide to U.S. Foreign Policy.
failedstates
U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice says, "The failed state is a real threat to our peace and security." Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--explains why.
U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice says, "The failed state is a real threat to our peace and security." Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--explains why.
Iraq War Timeline
A timeline of the Iraq War from 2002 to present, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter
A timeline of the Iraq War from 2002 to present, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter
U.S.-Russian Relations
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Russia, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Russia, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Who Makes Foreign Policy
Who makes U.S. foreign policy (or American foreign policy) today? What is foreign policy? And what roles do the president and congress play? A description from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Who makes U.S. foreign policy (or American foreign policy) today? What is foreign policy? And what roles do the president and congress play? A description from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Classroom in Djibouti
A classroom at Elementary School #2 in the Tadjoura region of Djibouti.
A classroom at Elementary School #2 in the Tadjoura region of Djibouti.
U.S.-Chinese Relations
A profile of the relationship between the United States and China, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the relationship between the United States and China, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
US-Iran Relations
Background on the US-Iran Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Background on the US-Iran Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Role of the Executive Branch
Who shapes U.S. foreign policy today?, from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Who shapes U.S. foreign policy today?, from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
US-Mexican Relations
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Mexico, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Mexico, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
U.S.-Venezuelan Relations
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Venezuela, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Venezuela, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
U.S.-France Relations
A profile of the relationship between the United States and France, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the relationship between the United States and France, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Container Living Units (CLUs) at Camp Lemonier
Container Living Units (CLUs) at Camp Lemonier, Djibouti, Horn of Africa
Container Living Units (CLUs) at Camp Lemonier, Djibouti, Horn of Africa
U.S.-Japanese Relations
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Japan, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Japan, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Inspecting the Well in Djibouti
U.S. military repairs a water well in Djibouti
U.S. military repairs a water well in Djibouti
U.S.-German Relations
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Germnay, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Germnay, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
The Role of the Congress
Who shapes U.S. foreign policy today?, from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Who shapes U.S. foreign policy today?, from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
U.S.-U.K. Relations
A profile of the relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Senator Barack Obama
A brief profile of former Senator Barack Obama's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A brief profile of former Senator Barack Obama's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Timeline US Iran Relations
A look at the US-Iranian relationship from 1953 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
A look at the US-Iranian relationship from 1953 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Khat in Djibouti
Khat is a widely used drug in Djibouti
Khat is a widely used drug in Djibouti
US-Egypt Relations
Background on the US-Egypt Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Background on the US-Egypt Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
School Lunch Room in Djibouti
The lunch room, renovated by the U.S. military, at Elementary School #2 near Tadjoura, Djibouti
The lunch room, renovated by the U.S. military, at Elementary School #2 near Tadjoura, Djibouti
U.S.-Brazilian Relations
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Brazil, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Brazil, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Timeline US Cuba Relations
A look at the US-Cuban relationship from 1898 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
A look at the US-Cuban relationship from 1898 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Timeline U.S. DPRK Relations
A look at the US-North Korean relationship from 1950 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
A look at the US-North Korean relationship from 1950 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Keith Porter, Kristin McHugh, and Malcolm Brown Report from Djibouti
Keith Porter, Kristin McHugh, and Malcolm Brown report from Camp Lemonier, Djibouti for the public radio documentary Beyond Fear: America's Role in an Uncertain World
Keith Porter, Kristin McHugh, and Malcolm Brown report from Camp Lemonier, Djibouti for the public radio documentary Beyond Fear: America's Role in an Uncertain World
Donkeys at the Oasis
Donkeys drink at a natural desert oasis in Djibouti
Donkeys drink at a natural desert oasis in Djibouti
Market in Downtown Djibouti
The market in downtown Djibouti, Djibouti
The market in downtown Djibouti, Djibouti
United Nations Peacekeeping Forces
The United Nations is the only organization encompassing every government on Earth. Each country is referred to as a "member state." Those nations form the U.N. General Assembly. A smaller group of countries meet as the U.N. Security Council. The council has five permanent members (United States, United Kingdom, France, Russia, China - referred to as the P5) and ten rotating members. The photos here depict major elements of the U.N.'s work.
The United Nations is the only organization encompassing every government on Earth. Each country is referred to as a "member state." Those nations form the U.N. General Assembly. A smaller group of countries meet as the U.N. Security Council. The council has five permanent members (United States, United Kingdom, France, Russia, China - referred to as the P5) and ten rotating members. The photos here depict major elements of the U.N.'s work.
Sixteen Person Tent
Sixteen person tent at Camp Lemonier, Djibouti, Horn of Africa
Sixteen person tent at Camp Lemonier, Djibouti, Horn of Africa
Ancient Trail
This ancient trail is used by animals and nomads moving from Ethiopia through Djibouti
This ancient trail is used by animals and nomads moving from Ethiopia through Djibouti
U,S,-Russia Timeline
A look at the US-Russian relationship from 1922 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
A look at the US-Russian relationship from 1922 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
US-North Korea Relations
Background on the US-North Korea Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Background on the US-North Korea Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Iraq War Profile
Iraq War background and summary are provided in this issue profile from Keith Porter, About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy. The summary covers the prelude to war, coalition building, invasion and occupation, costs and casualties, foreign policy implications, and paths forward from the Iraq War.
Iraq War background and summary are provided in this issue profile from Keith Porter, About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy. The summary covers the prelude to war, coalition building, invasion and occupation, costs and casualties, foreign policy implications, and paths forward from the Iraq War.
United Nations
A profile of the United Nations, the world's only universal membership inter-governmental organization, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the United Nations, the world's only universal membership inter-governmental organization, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
"Downtown" Camp Lemonier
Central area of Camp Lemonier, Djibouti, Horn of Africa
Central area of Camp Lemonier, Djibouti, Horn of Africa
US-Cuban Relations
Background on the US-Cuban Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Background on the US-Cuban Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Timeline U.S. Japan Relations
A look at the US-Japan relationship from 1854 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
A look at the US-Japan relationship from 1854 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Basketball in Djibouti
U.S. military volunteers in Djibouti play basketball at an orphanage
U.S. military volunteers in Djibouti play basketball at an orphanage
Who Cares?
Why should average Americans care about U.S. foreign policy, from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Why should average Americans care about U.S. foreign policy, from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Damaged Well in Djibouti
A damaged well in Djibouti slated for repair by a U.S. Army National Guard team
A damaged well in Djibouti slated for repair by a U.S. Army National Guard team
Food From the United States in Djibouti
Bags of food, donated by the United States, in a storeroom at Elementary School #2 near Tadjoura, Djibouti
Bags of food, donated by the United States, in a storeroom at Elementary School #2 near Tadjoura, Djibouti
A Tent Door At Camp Lemonier
Door to a tent at Camp Lemonier, Djibouti
Door to a tent at Camp Lemonier, Djibouti
English Discussion in Djibouti
Kristin McHugh and Malcolm Brown (center) record the English Discussion Group in Djibouti
Kristin McHugh and Malcolm Brown (center) record the English Discussion Group in Djibouti
Nomads Near a Desert Oasis in Djibouti
Nomads wait near a desert oasis in Djibouti
Nomads wait near a desert oasis in Djibouti
US-Israel Relations
Background on the US-Israel Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Background on the US-Israel Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
School Computers in Djibouti
A computer lab for training teachers across the Tadjoura region of Djibouti. The equipment was donated by the U.S. Agency for International Development.
A computer lab for training teachers across the Tadjoura region of Djibouti. The equipment was donated by the U.S. Agency for International Development.
Fixing the Security Council
Can the U.N. Security Council Be Fixed? Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--looks at the crucial need for Security Council reform.
Can the U.N. Security Council Be Fixed? Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--looks at the crucial need for Security Council reform.
U.S.-Pakistani Relations
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Pakistan, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the relationship between the United States and Pakistan, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
US-South Africa Relations
A profile of the relationship between the United States and South Africa, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the relationship between the United States and South Africa, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Hamas and Fatah
The split in Palestine opens up new challenges and new opportunities for U.S. foreign policy, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
The split in Palestine opens up new challenges and new opportunities for U.S. foreign policy, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Fruit Seller in Djibouti
A fruit seller at Djibouti's main market
A fruit seller at Djibouti's main market
World Opinion of US 2007
World opinion of the United States is growing worse. Keith Porter, your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy, examines new data and finds a silver lining as well.
World opinion of the United States is growing worse. Keith Porter, your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy, examines new data and finds a silver lining as well.
Timeline U.S. China Relations
A look at the US-China relationship from 1844 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
A look at the US-China relationship from 1844 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
US-Syria Relations
Background on the US-Syria Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Background on the US-Syria Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Logo from Camp Lemonier, Djibouti
Logo from Camp Lemonier, Djibouti
Logo from Camp Lemonier, Djibouti
Map of Africa with Djibouti
Map of Africa with Djibouti
Map of Africa with Djibouti
Garbage in Peje, Kosovo. July 2008
Garbage in Peje, Kosovo
Garbage in Peje, Kosovo
Iraq War Implications
The war in Iraq and its fallout have been at the center of U.S. foreign policy since 2002. The war and surrounding issues occupy the attention of nearly all those in leadership at the White House, State Department, and Pentagon. And the war has fueled anti-American sentiment around the world, making global diplomacy all the more difficult. Our relations with almost every country in the world are in some form colored by the war, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter
The war in Iraq and its fallout have been at the center of U.S. foreign policy since 2002. The war and surrounding issues occupy the attention of nearly all those in leadership at the White House, State Department, and Pentagon. And the war has fueled anti-American sentiment around the world, making global diplomacy all the more difficult. Our relations with almost every country in the world are in some form colored by the war, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter
Foreign Policy Budget
How much does America's desire for global engagement cost? Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - runs the numbers.
How much does America's desire for global engagement cost? Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - runs the numbers.
US Foreign Policy - Articles
An index of articles for the US Foreign Policy guide site.
An index of articles for the US Foreign Policy guide site.
U.S.-German Timeline
A look at the US-German relationship from 1608 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
A look at the US-German relationship from 1608 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
2008 Presidential Race
The 2008 race to be "Leader of the Free World" has begun. Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--offers a brief overview of the foreign policy experience and positions of all leading candidates in the 2008 presidential race.
The 2008 race to be "Leader of the Free World" has begun. Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--offers a brief overview of the foreign policy experience and positions of all leading candidates in the 2008 presidential race.
Role of Think Tanks and NGOs
Who shapes U.S. foreign policy today?, from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Who shapes U.S. foreign policy today?, from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Iraq War Central
Iraq War background and summary are provided here from Keith Porter, About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy. The summary covers the prelude to war, coalition building, invasion and occupation, costs and casualties, foreign policy implications, and paths forward from the Iraq War.
Iraq War background and summary are provided here from Keith Porter, About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy. The summary covers the prelude to war, coalition building, invasion and occupation, costs and casualties, foreign policy implications, and paths forward from the Iraq War.
Things Bush Did Right
Passport, the blog of Foreign Policy magazine, used the occasion of George W. Bush's 61st birthday (7/6/07) to print a list of things his Administration has done right in U.S. foreign policy. As they wrote, "Passport is usually pretty critical of the Prez. So for a change of pace and out of respect for the man's special day, here are the top ten things Bush and his team have gotten right during his time in office. No wisecracks, I promise." Here, I took their list and expanded on each item.
Passport, the blog of Foreign Policy magazine, used the occasion of George W. Bush's 61st birthday (7/6/07) to print a list of things his Administration has done right in U.S. foreign policy. As they wrote, "Passport is usually pretty critical of the Prez. So for a change of pace and out of respect for the man's special day, here are the top ten things Bush and his team have gotten right during his time in office. No wisecracks, I promise." Here, I took their list and expanded on each item.
US-Burma Relations
Background on the US-Burma Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Background on the US-Burma Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
U.S. State Department
A profile of the U.S. State Department, the "foreign ministry" of the United States of America, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the U.S. State Department, the "foreign ministry" of the United States of America, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
U.S.-Indian Relations
A profile of the relationship between the United States and India, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the relationship between the United States and India, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Law of the Sea Treaty
The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea has been ratified by most countries, but not the United States. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - has details on the treaty.
The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea has been ratified by most countries, but not the United States. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - has details on the treaty.
Fidel Castro
Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--offers a brief overview of the life of Fidel Castro.
Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--offers a brief overview of the life of Fidel Castro.
Georgia Conflict
The conflict in Georgia over South Ossetia reveals just how the deep the rift has become between the United States and Russia, from Keith Porter, the About Guide to US Foreign Policy
The conflict in Georgia over South Ossetia reveals just how the deep the rift has become between the United States and Russia, from Keith Porter, the About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Best Foreign Policy Blogs
The blogosphere is full of high quality writing by leading experts on U.S. foreign policy. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - recommends the best foreign policy blogs.
The blogosphere is full of high quality writing by leading experts on U.S. foreign policy. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - recommends the best foreign policy blogs.
Hillary Clinton
A brief profile of Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's foreign policy experience and positions. From About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A brief profile of Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's foreign policy experience and positions. From About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Secretary of State Baker
James A. Baker was the 61st U.S. Secretary of State. Learn more about his background, education and experience, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
James A. Baker was the 61st U.S. Secretary of State. Learn more about his background, education and experience, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Ban Ki Moon?
Who is the new United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki Moon? Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - offers this short bio.
Who is the new United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki Moon? Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - offers this short bio.
Obama and U.S. Foreign Policy
A profile of Senator Barack Obama's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of Senator Barack Obama's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
US-Zimbabwe Relations
Background on the US-Zimbabwe Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Background on the US-Zimbabwe Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Take a Tour the United Nations
A woman sells tickets to a tour of the United Nations May 12, 2006 at the United Nations headquarters in New York. The United Nations headquarters, completed in 1952 and largely unchanged since, is widely considered to be a landmark achievement of the International Style of architecture, a style that reached a massive climax with the construction of the World Trade Center 20 years later. Tours in many languages are given most weekdays at the UN.
A woman sells tickets to a tour of the United Nations May 12, 2006 at the United Nations headquarters in New York. The United Nations headquarters, completed in 1952 and largely unchanged since, is widely considered to be a landmark achievement of the International Style of architecture, a style that reached a massive climax with the construction of the World Trade Center 20 years later. Tours in many languages are given most weekdays at the UN.
U.S.-Israel Timeline
A look at the US-Israeli relationship from 1922 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
A look at the US-Israeli relationship from 1922 to present, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Ambassador Susan Rice
Susan Rice is U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations. Learn more about her background, education and experience, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Susan Rice is U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations. Learn more about her background, education and experience, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
NATO
A profile of NATO, the world's largest military alliance, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of NATO, the world's largest military alliance, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Senate Foreign Relations
The Senate Foreign Relations Committee has oversight over the foreign policy agencies of the U.S. government, including the State Department, the U.S. Agency for International Development, the Millennium Challenge Corporation, and the Peace Corps. The Committee reviews and considers all diplomatic nominations and international treaties, as well as legislation relating to U.S. foreign policy.
The Senate Foreign Relations Committee has oversight over the foreign policy agencies of the U.S. government, including the State Department, the U.S. Agency for International Development, the Millennium Challenge Corporation, and the Peace Corps. The Committee reviews and considers all diplomatic nominations and international treaties, as well as legislation relating to U.S. foreign policy.
Headed for Djibouti
New tools in the U.S. foreign policy toolbox unfold in the Horn of Africa. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - visits Camp Lemonier in Djibouti.
New tools in the U.S. foreign policy toolbox unfold in the Horn of Africa. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - visits Camp Lemonier in Djibouti.
foreignpolicyblogs
The blogosphere is full of high quality writing by leading experts on U.S. foreign policy. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - recommends his favorite foreign policy blogs.
The blogosphere is full of high quality writing by leading experts on U.S. foreign policy. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - recommends his favorite foreign policy blogs.
Role of Local Governments
Who shapes U.S. foreign policy today?, from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Who shapes U.S. foreign policy today?, from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Politics and the Iraq War
In the United States (and among leading allies) the steep cost and on-going nature of the Iraq War have caused considerable damage to top political leaders and political movements. Some have seen their professional reputations sullied, others have paid a price for tieing their credibility to the Bush Administration's actions. Here is a partial list of the foreign policy "political casualties" from the Iraq War, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
In the United States (and among leading allies) the steep cost and on-going nature of the Iraq War have caused considerable damage to top political leaders and political movements. Some have seen their professional reputations sullied, others have paid a price for tieing their credibility to the Bush Administration's actions. Here is a partial list of the foreign policy "political casualties" from the Iraq War, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Profile: Henry Kissinger
Henry Kissinger was U.S. secretary of state and national security adviser for presidents Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford. Learn more about his background, education, experience, and sweeping influence on U.S. foreign policy, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Henry Kissinger was U.S. secretary of state and national security adviser for presidents Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford. Learn more about his background, education, experience, and sweeping influence on U.S. foreign policy, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Report from Djibouti
The U.S. military has a unique operation in Djibouit. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - shares this first hand account.
The U.S. military has a unique operation in Djibouit. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - shares this first hand account.
World Fails Kosovo
The International Community Fails Kosovo. Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--looks at Kosovo's planned declaration of independence.
The International Community Fails Kosovo. Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--looks at Kosovo's planned declaration of independence.
What Is Smart Power?
Foreign policy uses "hard power" and "soft power," but what is "smart power"? Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--explains.
Foreign policy uses "hard power" and "soft power," but what is "smart power"? Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--explains.
The United Nations Security Council
The United Nations is the only organization encompassing every government on Earth. Each country is referred to as a "member state." Those nations form the U.N. General Assembly. A smaller group of countries meet as the U.N. Security Council. The council has five permanent members (United States, United Kingdom, France, Russia, China - referred to as the P5) and ten rotating members. The photos here depict major elements of the U.N.'s work.
The United Nations is the only organization encompassing every government on Earth. Each country is referred to as a "member state." Those nations form the U.N. General Assembly. A smaller group of countries meet as the U.N. Security Council. The council has five permanent members (United States, United Kingdom, France, Russia, China - referred to as the P5) and ten rotating members. The photos here depict major elements of the U.N.'s work.
The Marc Chagall Peace Window at United Nations Headquarters
Bella Meyer (left at podium), the granddaughter of Marc Chagall, speaking at the dedication ceremony (October 24, 2005) for the completed restoration project of the Peace Window (behind) by Marc Chagall. The window was installed at the United Nations in 1964 in honor of Secretary-General Dag Hammarskjold. Right is Shashi Tharoor, Under Secretary-General for Communications and Public Information. The ceremony was part of the events held today to mark the 60th anniversary of the United Nations.
Bella Meyer (left at podium), the granddaughter of Marc Chagall, speaking at the dedication ceremony (October 24, 2005) for the completed restoration project of the Peace Window (behind) by Marc Chagall. The window was installed at the United Nations in 1964 in honor of Secretary-General Dag Hammarskjold. Right is Shashi Tharoor, Under Secretary-General for Communications and Public Information. The ceremony was part of the events held today to mark the 60th anniversary of the United Nations.
Secretary of State Albright
Madeleine Albright was the 64th U.S. Secretary of State. Learn more about her background, education and experience, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Madeleine Albright was the 64th U.S. Secretary of State. Learn more about her background, education and experience, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
House Foreign Affairs
The House Committee on Foreign Affairs oversees legislation and budgetary matters related to the international relations of the United States. Unlike the U.S. Senate, the U.S. House of Representatives has no constitutional role in approving treaties or diplomatic appointments, thereby limiting the scope of the House Foreign Affairs Committee.
The House Committee on Foreign Affairs oversees legislation and budgetary matters related to the international relations of the United States. Unlike the U.S. Senate, the U.S. House of Representatives has no constitutional role in approving treaties or diplomatic appointments, thereby limiting the scope of the House Foreign Affairs Committee.
US-South Korea Relations
Background on the US-South Korea Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
Background on the US-South Korea Relationship from Keith Porter - your About Guide to US Foreign Policy
John McCain Foreign Policy
A brief profile of Senator John McCain's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A brief profile of Senator John McCain's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
The United Nations General Assembly
The U.N. General Assembly has 192 member-states. The Assembly Hall features a green marble podium, large video screens, and a domed ceiling.
The U.N. General Assembly has 192 member-states. The Assembly Hall features a green marble podium, large video screens, and a domed ceiling.
United Nations Headquarters
The United Nations Building sits along First Avenue (between 42nd and 45th street) in New York City. The building opened in 1952 and is considered a striking example of the International Style of architecture. The tall glass covered structure houses the U.N. Secretariat. The lower, swooping building with a central dome is home to the United Nations General Assembly.
The United Nations Building sits along First Avenue (between 42nd and 45th street) in New York City. The building opened in 1952 and is considered a striking example of the International Style of architecture. The tall glass covered structure houses the U.N. Secretariat. The lower, swooping building with a central dome is home to the United Nations General Assembly.
Kosovo Final Status
After years of brutality and violence, a new day may be dawning for all the people living in the tiny province of Kosovo. Will the world grant independence? Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--explores the Kosovo final status issue.
After years of brutality and violence, a new day may be dawning for all the people living in the tiny province of Kosovo. Will the world grant independence? Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--explores the Kosovo final status issue.
World Hot Spots
America's interests - and reach - are global. Therefore, a crisis anywhere on the planet has a good chance of being on the agenda at the White House, State Department, and Pentagon as well. Here are the top hot spots consuming U.S. foreign policy efforts today.
America's interests - and reach - are global. Therefore, a crisis anywhere on the planet has a good chance of being on the agenda at the White House, State Department, and Pentagon as well. Here are the top hot spots consuming U.S. foreign policy efforts today.
The Persian Gulf
A profile of the Persian Gulf, a region with great geo-strategic significance in U.S. foreign policy, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the Persian Gulf, a region with great geo-strategic significance in U.S. foreign policy, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Iran Tension Grows
Iran remains the highest profile issue in U.S. foreign policy. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - looks at the latest developments.
Iran remains the highest profile issue in U.S. foreign policy. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - looks at the latest developments.
Secretary of State Powell
A A brief profile of former U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A A brief profile of former U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Rethinking Foreign Aid
A blue-bibbon panel recommends big changes to U.S. foreign aid. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - has the story.
A blue-bibbon panel recommends big changes to U.S. foreign aid. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - has the story.
Iraq War Paths Forward
President Bush and his team seem determined to continue the occupation of Iraq. They hope to bring enough stability to the nation that Iraqi security forces can maintain control and allow the new government to gain strength and legitimacy. Others believe this is a nearly impossible task. And still others believe this future is plausible but cannot unfold until after American forces leave. About Guide to US Foreign Policy Keith Porter looks at the plans.
President Bush and his team seem determined to continue the occupation of Iraq. They hope to bring enough stability to the nation that Iraqi security forces can maintain control and allow the new government to gain strength and legitimacy. Others believe this is a nearly impossible task. And still others believe this future is plausible but cannot unfold until after American forces leave. About Guide to US Foreign Policy Keith Porter looks at the plans.
President Barack Obama
A brief profile of President Barack Obama's foreign policy experience and positions. From About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A brief profile of President Barack Obama's foreign policy experience and positions. From About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Lounge Area Inside the United Nations General Assembly Building
A man sits on couches looking out onto the north end of the General Assembly building of the United Nations (May 12, 2006) at the United Nations headquarters in New York. The United Nations headquarters, completed in 1952 and largely unchanged since, is widely considered to be a landmark achievement of the International Style of architecture, a style that reached a massive climax with the construction of the World Trade Center 20 years later.
A man sits on couches looking out onto the north end of the General Assembly building of the United Nations (May 12, 2006) at the United Nations headquarters in New York. The United Nations headquarters, completed in 1952 and largely unchanged since, is widely considered to be a landmark achievement of the International Style of architecture, a style that reached a massive climax with the construction of the World Trade Center 20 years later.
U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Zalmay Khalilzad
U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Zalmay Khalilzad speaks at a United Nations Security Council meeting on the situation in Myanmar (October 5, 2007) in New York City. United Nations special envoy to Myanmar Ibrahim Gambari briefed the Security Council on his visit to Myanmar.
U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Zalmay Khalilzad speaks at a United Nations Security Council meeting on the situation in Myanmar (October 5, 2007) in New York City. United Nations special envoy to Myanmar Ibrahim Gambari briefed the Security Council on his visit to Myanmar.
Secretary of State Rice
A brief profile of U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A brief profile of U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Former Speaker Newt Gingrich
A brief profile of former Speaker Newt Gingrich's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A brief profile of former Speaker Newt Gingrich's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Oil, Africa and China
The role played by oil in world politics (and U.S. foreign policy) is hard to quantify but impossible to deny. While the Middle East is the center of oil politics, the new frontier is Africa according to "Untapped: The Scramble for Africa's Oil," an important new book from John Ghazvinian.
The role played by oil in world politics (and U.S. foreign policy) is hard to quantify but impossible to deny. While the Middle East is the center of oil politics, the new frontier is Africa according to "Untapped: The Scramble for Africa's Oil," an important new book from John Ghazvinian.
Anti-Americanism
Understanding how the world views the U.S.A. is an important part of planning and carrying out U.S. foreign policy. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - looks at anti-Americanism around the world.
Understanding how the world views the U.S.A. is an important part of planning and carrying out U.S. foreign policy. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - looks at anti-Americanism around the world.
Congressman Dennis Kucinich (D-OH)
Congressman Dennis Kucinich (D-OH)
Congressman Dennis Kucinich (D-OH)
Senator Joe Biden
A brief profile of Senator Joe Biden's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A brief profile of Senator Joe Biden's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
The Kosovo Decision
Can the United Nations prevent bloodshed in Southeast Europe? Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--looks at the upcoming Kosovo decision.
Can the United Nations prevent bloodshed in Southeast Europe? Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--looks at the upcoming Kosovo decision.
Clinton and Lavrov Meet
U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton has her fist meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, from Keith Porter, your About.com Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton has her fist meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, from Keith Porter, your About.com Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
U.S. Defense Department
A profile of the U.S. Defense Department, leaders of the United States military, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the U.S. Defense Department, leaders of the United States military, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Congressman Ron Paul
A brief profile of Congressman Ron Paul's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A brief profile of Congressman Ron Paul's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Clinton and Obama Clash
Senator's Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama clashed on a fundamental issue of U.S. foreign policy at a July CNN/You Tube debate. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - has details on the dispue and the fall out.
Senator's Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama clashed on a fundamental issue of U.S. foreign policy at a July CNN/You Tube debate. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - has details on the dispue and the fall out.
What Can You Do
A number of citizens groups are out there making a difference in U.S. Foreign Policy. Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--explains.
A number of citizens groups are out there making a difference in U.S. Foreign Policy. Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--explains.
Heritage Foundation
A profile of the Heritage Foundation, an influential American group working on conservative approaches to a variety of issues including U.S. foreign policy, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the Heritage Foundation, an influential American group working on conservative approaches to a variety of issues including U.S. foreign policy, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Americans Support the U.N.
Americans support the United Nations according to a new poll. Keith Porter, your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy, looks at the numbers.
Americans support the United Nations according to a new poll. Keith Porter, your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy, looks at the numbers.
U.N. Secretary-General's Office
U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki Moon poses for photos with many visiting dignitaries at this same spot in his office on the 38th floor of the United Nations Secretariat building.
U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki Moon poses for photos with many visiting dignitaries at this same spot in his office on the 38th floor of the United Nations Secretariat building.
Transformational Diplomacy
Secretary of State Condoleeza Rice's plan to change the world, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Secretary of State Condoleeza Rice's plan to change the world, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Construction in Gjakova, Kosovo. July 2008.
Construction in Gjakova, Kosovo July 2008
Construction in Gjakova, Kosovo July 2008
Victory for Diplomacy in Korea
A look at the diplomatic breakthrough with North Korea, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
A look at the diplomatic breakthrough with North Korea, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Allies Face Changes
Big allies of the United States face big changes Keith Porter, your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy, examines leadership changes on the orizon fro France, United Kingdom, and Israel..
Big allies of the United States face big changes Keith Porter, your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy, examines leadership changes on the orizon fro France, United Kingdom, and Israel..
General David Petraeus
U.S. Army General David Petraeus commands American forces in Iraq. Learn more about his background, education and experience, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
U.S. Army General David Petraeus commands American forces in Iraq. Learn more about his background, education and experience, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Passport Problems
The U.S. State Department explains the delay in processing passport applications. Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--explains.
The U.S. State Department explains the delay in processing passport applications. Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--explains.
Outposts of Tyranny
Background on the Outposts of Tyranny, from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Background on the Outposts of Tyranny, from Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
Rise of Arab Media
Hundreds of free pan-Arab satellite television stations are having a major impact on the Middle East. Governments, including the United States, have no choice but to respond. Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy explains.
Hundreds of free pan-Arab satellite television stations are having a major impact on the Middle East. Governments, including the United States, have no choice but to respond. Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy explains.
Center for American Progress
A profile of the Center for American Progress, an influential American group working on progressive approaches to a variety of issues including U.S. foreign policy, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the Center for American Progress, an influential American group working on progressive approaches to a variety of issues including U.S. foreign policy, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Council on Foreign Relations
A profile of the Council on Foreign Relations, America's most influential group devoted to U.S. foreign policy, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the Council on Foreign Relations, America's most influential group devoted to U.S. foreign policy, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
2008 Candidates on Cuba
A look at 2008 presidential candidates' views on the US-Cuban relationship, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
A look at 2008 presidential candidates' views on the US-Cuban relationship, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
blairthreat
Director of National Intelligence Dennis Blair on The Biggest Threat to America
Director of National Intelligence Dennis Blair on The Biggest Threat to America
McCain and Obama on Iraq
The postions of Senators John McCain and Barack Obama on the future course of the war in Iraq
The postions of Senators John McCain and Barack Obama on the future course of the war in Iraq
AJI Sets Launch
The English version of Al Jazeera is set to launch in November 2006. Whether or not the channel is avaialble in America, the expansion will re-ignite the controversy over Al Jazeera's true intentions. Keith Porter, your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy, explains.
The English version of Al Jazeera is set to launch in November 2006. Whether or not the channel is avaialble in America, the expansion will re-ignite the controversy over Al Jazeera's true intentions. Keith Porter, your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy, explains.
American Enterprise Institute
A profile of the American Enterprise Institute, an influential American group working on conservative approaches to a variety of issues including U.S. foreign policy, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of the American Enterprise Institute, an influential American group working on conservative approaches to a variety of issues including U.S. foreign policy, from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
America Delivers Independence to Kosovo
A poster in Kosovo shows an all American Eagle delivering freedom to Kosovo
A poster in Kosovo shows an all American Eagle delivering freedom to Kosovo
Newborn Sign Proclaims Birth Of Kosovo
The "Newborn" sign in downtown Pristina has become the most visible icon of Kosovo's independence celebration
The "Newborn" sign in downtown Pristina has become the most visible icon of Kosovo's independence celebration
Biden Munich Speech
Obama and Biden Set U.S. Foreign Policy Course
Obama and Biden Set U.S. Foreign Policy Course
Iraq Study Group Fallout
President Bush has had a cold reaction to the work of James Baker and Lee Hamilton on U.S. Iraq policy. Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--offers a this look at the fallout for U.S. foreign policy if only limited changes are made in the Iraq strategy.
President Bush has had a cold reaction to the work of James Baker and Lee Hamilton on U.S. Iraq policy. Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy--offers a this look at the fallout for U.S. foreign policy if only limited changes are made in the Iraq strategy.
US Foreign Policy - Profiles
An index of Profiles for the US Foreign Policy guide site.
An index of Profiles for the US Foreign Policy guide site.
McCain and U.S. Foreign Policy
A profile of Senator John McCain's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
A profile of Senator John McCain's foreign policy experience and positions. Part of the 2008 U.S. presidential election coverage from About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy Keith Porter.
Press Appearance Area Near U.N. Security Council Chamber
United States Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice speaks to the press after a lunch with the five permanent members of the U.N. Security Council at U.N. headquarters (September 28, 2007) in New York City. Leaders and diplomats from around the world are in New York City for the United Nations yearly General Assembly.
United States Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice speaks to the press after a lunch with the five permanent members of the U.N. Security Council at U.N. headquarters (September 28, 2007) in New York City. Leaders and diplomats from around the world are in New York City for the United Nations yearly General Assembly.
Iraq Study Group
James Baker and Lee Hamilton lead this expert group assessing the situation in Iraq and searching for new U.S. policy options, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
James Baker and Lee Hamilton lead this expert group assessing the situation in Iraq and searching for new U.S. policy options, from Keith Porter--your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy
World News Coverage
The lack of solid news coverage of world affairs impacts American foreign policy. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - looks at what we don't know.
The lack of solid news coverage of world affairs impacts American foreign policy. Keith Porter - your About Guide to U.S. Foreign Policy - looks at what we don't know.