James Kitfield

James Kitfield is a senior correspondent for National Journal.

 Can Mitt Romney Recover the Soul of Republican Foreign Policy?

Can Mitt Romney Recover the Soul of Republican Foreign Policy?

The presidential candidate's party, after a long tradition of strong foreign policy, finds itself lost and divided. Can Romney reunite it, or will neoconservatism dominate by default? More »

Some U.S. Generals Unlikely to Get Their Way on Afghanistan

Some U.S. Generals Unlikely to Get Their Way on Afghanistan

Several military commanders say they want to keep troops in the country, but the White House seems intent on winding down. More »

People in Pakistan Really, Really Don't Like the U.S.

People in Pakistan Really, Really Don't Like the U.S.

Despite American officials' efforts to build a good relationship with the country, three out of four Pakistanis consider the U.S. an enemy. More »

Is Obama's 'Pivot to Asia' Really a Hedge Against China?

Is Obama's 'Pivot to Asia' Really a Hedge Against China?

The U.S. seems to be engaging China while creating a network of bilateral military partnerships and alliances on its periphery as a potential counterweight. More »

How the Killing of Bin Laden Has Crippled al Qaeda

How the Killing of Bin Laden Has Crippled al Qaeda

The raid in Pakistan was the beginning of a larger campaign against other leaders in the group. More »

Obama's Afghanistan Disaster

Obama's Afghanistan Disaster

As public opinion sours at home and two awful incidents set back the effort to win Afghan trust, the president may decide the "good war" isn't good any longer. More »

The Global Dangers of Syria's Looming Civil War

The Global Dangers of Syria's Looming Civil War

As violence worsens, neighboring countries, and perhaps even the U.S., could get drawn in. More »

Why Israel Plays Such a Big Role in U.S. Presidential Races

Why Israel Plays Such a Big Role in U.S. Presidential Races

Republican candidates are striving to show their love for Israel, but it's about more than just the Jewish vote More »

Iran Containment Policy Cast in Doubt

Iran Containment Policy Cast in Doubt

The alleged plot alleged plot to assassinate the Saudi ambassador and high-risk behavior for Tehran defy the "rationale actor" presumption that lies at the heart of nuclear deterrence More »

Why We're Leaving Troops in Iraq

Why We're Leaving Troops in Iraq

Not strategy or necessity, but domestic Washington politics -- and domestic Baghdad politics -- appear to be behind the decision More »

Netanyahu's 'Unvarnished Truth' Tour

Netanyahu's 'Unvarnished Truth' Tour

He outlined his vision for a Middle East peace that is not only at odds with recent White House proposals, but also anathema to Palestinians More »

Obama: The Reluctant Warrior on Libya

Obama: The Reluctant Warrior on Libya

With an eye on Iraq's history lesson, President Obama takes a measured approach to Libya's civil war More »

Next: Will Egypt's VP Have More Credibility Than Mubarak?

Next: Will Egypt's VP Have More Credibility Than Mubarak?

The key question is whether Suleiman, senior military leaders, and major elements of the opposition can agree on reforms that will quell the protests More »

Obama's High-Risk Afghan Policy

Obama's High-Risk Afghan Policy

The administration's overview of the war shows progress, but after nearly a decade, patience is wearing thin. More »

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