It's Time to Take on Chavez
Rick Santorum from The Philadelphia Inquirer
We can no longer afford to ignore a Castro clone who has barrels of petro-dollars at his disposal. Venezuela's Hugo Chavez has not only incited fervent anti-Americanism throughout Latin America, he has established alliances with our radical, Islamist enemies in the Middle East. But we are not without toolsto undercut the threat he poses. [Read More]
Former Senator Rick Santorum (R-PA) issued the following Statement on the Passing of Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. Catherine Baker Knoll:
Karen and I extend our deepest sympathies to Catherine Baker Knoll's family. Through my years in elected office, I had come to know and appreciate Catherine's commitment to Pennsylvania, her dedication to her family and her kind and genuine spirit. She will be greatly missed by all those who knew her.
Commentary | 11.20.08
Hugo Chávez effect finally wears off in Venezuela and around the world
Calling the Empire
With a tough election looming, Hugo Chávez grabs for Barack Obama's coattails.
In Rampant Violent Crime, Political Danger for Chávez
Opposition Sees An Opening in Regional Elections
Defining Jew-Hatred Down
The curious response to Ahmadinejad at the U.N.
Iran Returns to the Global Stage
Daily News | 11.20.08
Protests imperil Nicaragua's democracy
Post-election violence in Nicaragua could continue after upcoming elections in Venezuela, experts said.
Venezuela, Iran team up on university plan
Iran students protest against Israel-Arab ties
Nicaragua's Spoiled Ballot
President Daniel Ortega moves to construct another dictatorship.
Barack Obama a much-admired figure in Iran
Events
Public Diplomacy in the Age of Obama: Getting the War of Ideas Right
A Discussion with Jeffrey Gedmin and Kenneth Pollack
Friday, November 21, 2008
As we prepare to enter a new chapter of American foreign policy, please join EPPC for a candid discussion with Jeffrey Gedmin and Kenneth Pollack on the opportunities and challenges inherent in the pursuit of effective U.S. public diplomacy, particularly as it engages the war of ideas within the Muslim world. Lunch will be provided. For more information, click here.
Rick Santorum
Rick Santorum, a Senior Fellow of the Ethics and Public Policy Center, established and directs EPPC's Program to Protect America's Freedom. He is writing a book on the "gathering storm" of the 21st century -- the challenges posed by radical Islamic fascism and its growing alliances around the world.
Mr. Santorum served as United States Senator from Pennsylvania from 1995 to 2007 and as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from 1991 to 1995. As a United States Senator, he was a champion of efforts to counter the threat of radical Islam, to protect victims of religious persecution, and to promote democracy and religious liberty around the world.
RICK SANTORUM
THE GATHERING STORM
Washington Institute for Near East Policy
The Money Trail: Finding, Following, and Freezing Terrorist Finance
U.S. and international efforts to combat the financing of terrorism are an underappreciated and little-understood aspect of the global counterterrorism campaign. But since terrorist attacks are often inexpensive to mount -- the September 11 attacks were staged for less than $500,000 -- why should governments devote so much attention to tracking and severing the money trail for terrorism?
In this new Washington Institute Policy Focus, senior fellows Matthew Levitt and Michael Jacobson explore the critical role that money plays in the success of terrorist organizations, and why countering financial flows must be an integral part of the U.S. government's counterterrorism strategy.
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Briefing on U.S. Public Diplomacy and the War of Ideas
James K. Glassman, Under Secretary for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs
We encourage you to read newly appointed Undersecretary James Glassman's October 28 Congressional Briefing on the future of public diplomacy as we transition to a new administration.
Read MoreHuman Rights Watch
A Decade Under Chavez
Political Intolerance and Lost Opportunities for Advancing Human Rights in Venezuela
In its efforts to counter political opposition and consolidate power, the government of President Hugo Chávez has weakened democratic institutions and human rights guarantees in Venezuela, Human Rights Watch said in a 230-page report released today:"A Decade Under Chávez: Political Intolerance and Lost Opportunities for Advancing Human Rights in Venezuela." Read More
