Author: Max Fisher

What's Next for Tunisia?

Signs of democracy, but it won't be easy

By Max Fisher

Jan 21, 2011

Guarded Optimism for Iran Nuclear Talks

Really, really guarded

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By Max Fisher

Jan 21, 2011

The Disaster of 'Baby Doc' Duvalier's Return to Haiti

25 years after being ousted, the kleptocrat hits Port-au-Prince

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By Max Fisher

Jan 19, 2011

Mediating in Lebanon

Saudi Arabia steps out, the U.S. fails, and Turkey steps in

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By Max Fisher

Jan 19, 2011

Why Is Lieberman Stepping Down?

He won't run again in 2012

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By Max Fisher

Jan 18, 2011

What Tunisia Means for the Arab World

The historic uprising could change the rigid political scene--or not

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By Max Fisher

Jan 18, 2011

Challenges for Hu-Obama Summit

China's president arrives in Washington today

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By Max Fisher

Jan 14, 2011

Tunisian Government Dissolved: First Reactions

Protesters sweep the capital amid violence

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By Max Fisher

Jan 14, 2011

2010 Ties for Hottest Year: Will Climate Change Denials Persist?

Climate-watchers are losing patience

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By Max Fisher

Jan 14, 2011

Could Korean Conflict Finally Be Cooling?

In Seoul, Gates pushes for reconciliation

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By Max Fisher

Jan 13, 2011

Grasping for Options in Côte d'Ivoire

Nothing has worked to dislodge President Laurent Gbagbo

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By Max Fisher

Jan 13, 2011

Hezbollah's Gambit in Lebanon

The group resigns from the government, leading it to collapse

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By Max Fisher

Jan 13, 2011

Reactions to Obama's Tucson Speech

Pundits give near-universal praise

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By Max Fisher

Jan 12, 2011

Deadly Floods Hit Australia's Third-Largest City

The waters reach Brisbane, as thousands evacuate to collection centers

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By Max Fisher

Jan 12, 2011

Why Is Lebanon on the Verge of Collapse?

Hezbollah threatens to pull out of the shaky government coalition

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By Max Fisher

Jan 12, 2011

One Year Later, Why Isn't Haiti Recovering?

The year since Haiti's devastating earthquake has been disappointing

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By Max Fisher

Jan 11, 2011

Explaining Record High Food Prices

How it happened and what it means

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By Max Fisher

Jan 11, 2011

Implications of Australia's Disastrous Flooding

Thousands flee the nation's third-largest city

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By Max Fisher

Jan 11, 2011

Could Sudan Election Violence Unravel Tenuous Peace?

At least 30 killed on the North-South border

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By Max Fisher

Jan 10, 2011

5 Strangest Explanations for Jared Loughner's Attack

Would you believe heavy metal and sci-fi novels?

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By Max Fisher

Jan 10, 2011

Why Is Biden Making Surprise Visit to Afghanistan?

His first since January 2009, which didn't go well

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By Max Fisher

Jan 10, 2011

Did Sarah Palin's Target Map Play Role in Giffords Shooting?

Was it yelling fire in a crowded theater?

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By Max Fisher

Jan 9, 2011

After Secession, Daunting Challenges for Sudan

Even if the vote proceeds peacefully, the dangers are not over

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By Max Fisher

Jan 9, 2011

Quote of the Day: Arizona Sheriff Blames Media for 'Inflaming' Anti-Gov't Hatred

"That may be free speech, but it's not without consequences."

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By Max Fisher

Jan 8, 2011

Was Shooting of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords Political?

The Arizona Democrat was shot outside of Tucson on Saturday morning

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By Max Fisher

Jan 7, 2011

Why Are Protests Sweeping the Middle East?

Waves of protest sweep Tunisia, Algeria, Jordan, and Kuwait

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By Max Fisher

Jan 6, 2011

Can Democrats Defend Health Care From Repeal Campaign?

Dems launch a counter-offensive

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By Max Fisher

Jan 6, 2011

What New Stealth Fighter Says About China's Rise

The technology, politics, and security issues at stake

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By Max Fisher

Jan 6, 2011

What Staff Changes Reveal About White House Policy and Political Aims

Meet the bipartisan, pro-business, "Rubinite" White House

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By Max Fisher

Jan 6, 2011

As Sudan Nears Split, Cautious Optimism

Analysts predict short-term peace, long-term challenges

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By Max Fisher

Jan 5, 2011

Should We Take 'Michele Bachmann 2012' Seriously?

The Tea Party darling's office suggests she's considering a run

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By Max Fisher

Jan 5, 2011

Death Panel Fight Returns to Washington

White House drops end-of-life counseling under political pressure

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By Max Fisher

Jan 5, 2011

5 Big Challenges Facing New Congress

Regret running yet, guys?

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By Max Fisher

Jan 4, 2011

Governor's Assassination Highlights Pakistan's Deepest Problems

One Pakistani writer blames the national "tolerance of intolerance"

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By Max Fisher

Jan 4, 2011

Scalia Says Constitution Doesn't Protect Women From Gender Discrimination

What does he mean by this? And does the statement deserve the outcry it has gotten?

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