Encroaching Shariah Finance
Rick Santorum on The Gathering Storm
It is high time to be on the alert within our borders, as a recent federal lawsuit makes plain. This week the Center for Security Policy brought to my attention the lawsuit filed Monday against U.S. Treasury Secretary Henry M. Paulson, Jr. and the Federal Reserve Board in order to stop all bailout funds from going to American International Group, Inc. ("AIG"), which intentionally promotes Shariah-compliant businesses and insurance products. [Read More]
Republicans Need a New Leader
Rick Santorum from The Philadelphia Inquirer
An unpopular war, ethical scandals, and a stunning budget deficit have led the American electorate to rebuke the Republican Party over the past two election cycles, leaving us bereft of a national leader and a message to communicate. As Republicans find themselves against a new Great Communicator, it is time to fill the leadership void and articulateclearly what we stand for. [Read More]
Commentary | 1.6.09
Open Minds: Lessons from Arabia's past
To embrace modernity, says Adam LeBor, the Arab world must look back to its golden age
We must talk Iran out of the bomb
Iran using Venezuela ties to duck UN sanctions: report
Proliferators on Fifth Avenue
A front to fund Iran's nuclear program.
Europe’s Jewish Problem
Daily News | 1.6.09
Chavez helps Tehran evade UN sanctions
New York Office Building Used by Iranian Regime, Seized by Feds
Attacks rise as Venezuelan term-limit vote looms
Russian air defence deal with Iran under way
Treasury moves against alleged bank front for Iran
Events
Public Diplomacy in the Age of Obama: Getting the War of Ideas Right
A Discussion with Jeffrey Gedmin and Kenneth Pollack
Friday, November 21, 2008
RFE/RL President Jeffrey Gedmin and Brookings Institution scholar Kenneth Pollack today assessed the impact of Barack Obama's election as President of the United States on America's image abroad as well as the challenges his administration will likely face as it confronts the 21st Century's 'War of Ideas.'
"In public diplomacy, the messenger matters," Gedmin said to a packed house at the DC-based Ethics and Public Policy Center (EPPC). "President-elect Obama's global appeal marks a real opportunity for the U.S. to improve its image overseas. But the message matters, too - his administration needs to craft sound policies that advance our interests and values."
A transcript of the discussion can be found here.
Rick Santorum
Rick Santorum, a Senior Fellow of the Ethics and Public Policy Center, established and directs EPPC's Program to Protect America's Freedom. He is writing a book on the "gathering storm" of the 21st century -- the challenges posed by radical Islamic fascism and its growing alliances around the world.
Mr. Santorum served as United States Senator from Pennsylvania from 1995 to 2007 and as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from 1991 to 1995. As a United States Senator, he was a champion of efforts to counter the threat of radical Islam, to protect victims of religious persecution, and to promote democracy and religious liberty around the world.
RICK SANTORUM
THE GATHERING STORM
Center for National Security Policy
The Americas Report
A Victory for Chavez in Panama?
It is no secret that Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez is mobilizing politically and militarily to create an anti-U.S. climate in Latin America. Chavez has now turned his attention to the upcoming elections in Panama; a small but strategically placed country connecting Central and South America. Panama is vital to U. S. economic and military interests.
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Briefing on U.S. Public Diplomacy and the War of Ideas
James K. Glassman, Under Secretary for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs
We encourage you to read newly appointed Undersecretary James Glassman's October 28 Congressional Briefing on the future of public diplomacy as we transition to a new administration.
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A Decade Under Chavez
Political Intolerance and Lost Opportunities for Advancing Human Rights in Venezuela
In its efforts to counter political opposition and consolidate power, the government of President Hugo Chávez has weakened democratic institutions and human rights guarantees in Venezuela, Human Rights Watch said in a 230-page report released today:"A Decade Under Chávez: Political Intolerance and Lost Opportunities for Advancing Human Rights in Venezuela." Read More
