Four lessons from the Soviet era apply as the U.S. plans potential responses to Russian aggression.

The democratic world survived 2008's crash, but it might not be so fortunate this time.

The Russian leader's foreign policy is transactional, shortsighted and often counterproductive

Global leaders must build a reputation for basic truthfulness, good faith and responsible stewardship.

Contrary to claims of anti-American backlash, a study finds that the military is a great brand ambassador.

Now that impeachment is over, we can get back to why keeping Russia at bay is a key element of foreign policy.

Whether the U.S. promised that NATO would stay out of Eastern Europe is a proxy debate for a bigger issue.

No matter who is president, Congress needs to re-establish its role in the use of force.

The longstanding academic debate over reputation and foreign policy is having real-world effects.

Allies must pay their fair share, but the U.S. president ignores the many benefits of stationing troops abroad.