Donald Trump and the Mythmakers

For the past 40-odd years, two narratives have guided American Middle East policy. Both were invented by the Carter administration. One relates to Iran. One relates to Israel.

Nikki Haley, All-American

The former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations is a loyal and principled neo-Trumpian, which makes some people angry.

Israel’s Winner Take All Election

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is a revolutionary. Since he entered politics 32 years ago, Netanyahu has upheld an integrated vision for Israel comprised of diplomatic, security and economic components.

Pompeo Brings Down the House

The U.S. Secretary of State turns the tables on the false correlation between the existence of settlements and the lack of peace between Israelis and Palestinians.