Archive for July, 2007

CTBT or Bust

Tuesday, July 10th, 2007

There are strong competing arguments supporting the continued possession of nuclear weapons as well as the eradication of them. With an issue this complex, it is understandable that perfectly reasonable people will disagree. However, it seems entirely irrational for anyone to oppose the ratification of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT). Entry into […]

Tethering the Hegemon

Friday, July 6th, 2007

With the demise of the USSR, the U.S. became the world’s sole super-power—at once the de facto global leader and a hegemon. Both roles often induce hubris, the excessive pride and ambition that usually lead to the downfall of a hero in a classical tragedy.