On foreign policy, former Vice President Joe Biden is campaigning on his relatively dovish record in the Obama administration, essentially promising a return to normalcy of pre-Trump politics. Wishes aside, do voters think that is possible? Mayor Pete Buttigieg deploys his military experience to advocate repeal of the 2001 Authorization for the Use of Military...
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In the First Debate, a Clash of Views on War and Peace
On Wednesday, June 26, the DNC will host the first debate of the 2020 Democratic presidential candidates, featuring a diverse range of views on issues of war and peace. For Washington governor Jay Inslee, all issues of national security come down to defeating climate change. For Hawaii congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard, the central issue is U.S....
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On the Eve of the Debates, a Guide to the 2020 Democrats on War and Peace
WHAT THEY SAY & WHAT THEY WOULD DO MICHAEL BENNET: The Senator from Colorado has been light on foreign policy, but stands with our allies and criticizes reckless military spending…..MORE ON BENNET JOE BIDEN: The former Vice President was among the more dovish of President Obama’s aides but he sees no need for fundamental reform...
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Which 2020 Democrats Take Money From the Arms Industry?
Four Democratic candidates have sworn off all PAC contributions. Nine have pledged not to take money from the fossil fuel industry. But what do the candidates say–and do–about contributions from the arms industry? So far, not much. Almost 60 years ago, retiring Republican President Dwight Eisenhower warned of the “unwarranted influence” of the “military-industrial complex”...
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More 2020 Democrats on War and Peace
We’ve filled out our Insider’s Guide to the 2020 Democrats on War and Peace. All of 17 candidates, announced and unannounced, are now profiled with excerpts of their views on issues ranging from Russia to Venezuela, from nuclear decision to border security. Check out the views of Governor Jay Inslee, Reps. Tim Ryan and Eric...