Commentary

In the late 1980s, as the Cold War neared its end, a veteran Cold Warrior reminisced in Chicago about the nuclear button and the thinking of the men who controlled it. It was an insight that holds meaning today.

The dispute between Seoul and Tokyo over comfort women has wide-ranging ramifications.

After a deadly attack at the baggage claim area of the Fort Lauderdale airport on Jan. 6, questions have been raised about whether it’s necessary to extend airport security perimeters.

What, if anything, can and should the United States do to help end the conflict in Syria and stabilize the region?

While an improving tenor in official relations could lead Russians to warm to the United States, American public opinion may be more resistant.

As the country splinters along geographic and ideological lines, post-election divisions could portend the rise of a new American city-state movement.

Donald Trump, a businessman-turned-president-elect, is larding his Cabinet with business people-turned-public-servants. It's never worked, and it won't work now. Here's why.

Cities may face some challenges with neighbors in the suburbs while trying to establish policies supporting immigration.

Midwestern workers voted for Obama in 2012, but they have lost faith in the establishment. Trump echoed their resentments while promising change.

Ivo Daalder speaks on several items of breaking news including National Intelligence Chief James Clapper resigning, Trumps first meeting with an international leader, and former Trump critic being considered for cabinet.