Without Investing In The Rule Of Law

Engaging Iran Won't Guarantee Improved U.s.-iranian Relations Or A More Stable Gulf Region. But Not Engaging Means More Of The Same.

From Richard Holbrooke - And I Miss Him Every Day - I Learned Two Things. One, Prioritization: Never Take Your Eye Off The Longer-term Reforms. The Other Thing Is, He Was A Hell Of A Schmoozer! So I Should Take Advantage Of My Irish Love Of Beer And Gift Of The Gab, And Build Relationships. That's A Cherished Part Of The Job, Asking Someone, "how Did You Get To Be The Rwandan Ambassador?" I Try To Take Advantage Of The Fact That I Hope To Be Here At Least Until The President's Term Ends Getting To Know My Colleagues.

I Think Obama Is Right When He Talks About The Rule Of Law As A Cornerstone Of What The United States Should Stand For.

Since 9/11, There Has Been A Huge Leap In People Wanting To Get Personally Involved In Public Service And International Affairs.

One Of The Things That A President Needs In The Face Of Genocide Is Resolve.