James M. Dorsey

Saudi’s Succession – ‘Reading Tea Leaves’

Saudi’s Succession – ‘Reading Tea Leaves’

JAMES M. DORSEY: With King Abdullah recuperating in the United States, many of the key players who will play a part in the succession to a new generation have returned to the Kingdom.

 Jonathan Cook

Publish it Not – Israel and the Sultans of Spin

Publish it Not – Israel and the Sultans of Spin

JONATHAN COOK: Most freelancers forced into this position would either have learned to tailor their reporting to what was expected by the news desks or have headed off to another conflict zone. I stayed…

 James M. Dorsey

Why the U.S. Should Push for Democracy in Egypt

Why the U.S. Should Push for Democracy in Egypt

JAMES M. DORSEY: Repression of the opposition, intimidation of the media and electoral restrictions may guarantee Mubarak’s win. But for the U.S., the perception it is perpetuating authoritarian rule may outweigh any benefits.

 Jonathan Cook

Obama’s Bribe – Palestinians the Losers … Again

Obama’s Bribe – Palestinians the Losers … Again

JONATHAN COOK: This concession and the outlines of a previous US peace proposal under Clinton hint at Washington’s most likely strategy. East Jerusalem will be divided, with the large settlement blocs, handed over to Israel…

 Susan Koscis

“Hug a Muslim” – Restoring Sanity in America

“Hug a Muslim” – Restoring Sanity in America

SUSAN KOSCIS: Looking around I saw signs reflecting this spirit: “Be Excellent to Each Other,” “Nice is The New Cool,” “Civilization Requires Civility,” and one that perhaps we could all agree with: “More Chocolate Please.”

 James Mullan

Frenemies, NBFs, Snatch Squads…

Frenemies, NBFs, Snatch Squads…

President throws stone, new ‘best friends forever’ hang out, Obama snubbed, ‘The Elders’ regional tour kicks off. A week is, indeed, a long time in Middle East politics

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