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The Economic Consequences of the Peace: 100 Years Later
by Edward Fuller | Dec 16, 2019
Introduction December 12, 2019 is the hundred-year anniversary of The Economic Consequences of the Peace by John Maynard Keynes. This work has been described as “one of the most influential books of the twentieth century.”1 It made Keynes the most famous economist in...
The 2020 War Bill
by Kyle Anzalone | Dec 16, 2019
On FPF #430, I discuss the 2020 NDAA. The bill is filled with funding and approval for more war. An earlier version of the bill actually provided some limitations on the president's war-making powers. However, it was stripped out during the conference committee. I...
The Afghanistan Papers Reveal the Government Knew the War Was a Lost Cause
by Kyle Anzalone | Dec 13, 2019
On FPF #429, I discuss the Afghanistan Papers. The large cache of documents were released by the Washington Post via FOIA. The papers show the successive White House administrations and Pentagon generals knew the Afghan War was unwinnable but continued to send...
All Roads Lead to the Intelligence Community guest Joanne Leon
by Kyle Anzalone | Dec 11, 2019
On this Foreign Policy Focus and Around the Empire swap cast, Kyle and Joanne discuss the Democrats' efforts to impeach Trump over Russiagate. Statements by Nancy Pelosi and witnesses in the impeachment hearings show the blob's real aim to prevent Trump from adopting...
Blowback: Saudi Soldier Shoots Up Florida Airbase
by Kyle Anzalone | Dec 9, 2019
On FPF #427, I explain how the shooting at the US base in Flordia was a part of the war the US is fighting in the Middle East. The shooter was a Saudi officer who was training at the base. Before the shooting, the Saudi posted about American crimes against Muslims...
Movie Review: The Report
by Kyle Anzalone | Dec 6, 2019
On FPF #426, I review the recently released on Amazon movie, The Report. The movie tells the story of the CIA torture program after 9/11 and Daniel Jones' effort put together a report on the program. The movie is well done and generally gets the narrative correct. I...
NATO Is a Mess. It Is Time to End the Outdated Alliance.
by Kyle Anzalone | Dec 4, 2019
On FPF #425, I explain why NATO should be dissolved. NATO leaders are meeting in London and there are plenty of issues among the members. Turkey is recently purchased Russian made air defense systems and is refusing to sign off on defense plans unless other countries...
Scott Horton on the US Empowering Iran and Creating a Failing Government in Iraq
by Kyle Anzalone | Dec 2, 2019
Scott Horton returns to the show to discuss the turmoil in Iraq. The prime minister resigned over the weekend as government forces have now killed over 400 protesters since October 1st. Scott explains how the Iraq War removed Saddam from power helping to expand...
What’s Wrong with ‘Détente’ Anyway?
by Kyle Anzalone | Nov 27, 2019
On FPF #423, I break down an Oliver Stone tweet saying the US should develop a more diplomatic relationship with Russia. I look at some of the reasons, so many Americans reflexively oppose the US strengthening ties with our nuclear rival. I take on some establishment...
The Deep State Is Exploiting Impeachment guest Joanne Leon
by Kyle Anzalone | Nov 25, 2019
Joanne Leon returns to the show to cover the second week of the impeachment hearings. Joanne explains that some of those who testified did so to push the establishment's narrative on Ukraine and Russia. Fiona Hill, as one example, attempted to the line that Ukraine...
Trump Is Awful on Iran and Israel
by Kyle Anzalone | Nov 20, 2019
On FPF #421, I discuss Trump getting Iran and Israel wrong. Trump continues the failed maximum pressure campaign against Iran. The Iranian people are suffering but their leaders remain firmly in place. The US continues to place more sanctions on Iran and Iran responds...
Trump’s Ukraine Policy Goes on Trial at Impeachment guest Joanne Leon
by Kyle Anzalone | Nov 18, 2019
Joanne Leon returns to FPF to discuss the first public impeachment hearing. Joanne gives a break down of Kent and Taylor's testimony. Joanne explains the MSM headline of bombshell revelations are simply wrong. While the hearing were meant to focus on Trump's alleged...
Wasting Our Money on War
by Kyle Anzalone | Nov 15, 2019
On FPF #419, I discuss all the money the US is wasting on war. The Watson Institute has an update on the cost of war project; the US has spent $6.4 trillion since 2001 on the Terror Wars. The wars have been a complete failure, took thousands of American lives,...
A Coup in Bolivia
by Kyle Anzalone | Nov 13, 2019
On FPF #418, I discuss the events in Bolivia that led to Morales' resignation. Mainstream sources and groups claim Morales deserved to be removed from power after violating term limits and rigging a recent election. I explain the alternative narrative that Morales was...
Former US-Backed Forces Commit War Crimes in Syria guest Will Porter
by Kyle Anzalone | Nov 11, 2019
Will Porter returns to Foreign Policy Focus to discuss his recent work on Assange, Syria, and Yemen. Kyle and Will talk about the dangers of Assange's condition and solitary confinement. Will explains how the formerly US-backed Syrian rebels are now committing crimes...
Google Wants More Business with the Pentagon
by Kyle Anzalone | Nov 8, 2019
On FPF #416, I discuss tech companies' ties to the military. Tech companies often present themselves as being 'progressive,' and some even have human right statements. Last year, Google employees quit in protest over the company contracting with the Pentagon to...
Articles
Amnesty: Israel Using Starvation to Commit Genocide in Gaza
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 3, 2025
One of the top human rights organizations has concluded that Israel is using starvation as a means to commit genocide, in partnership with a US-based agency.
Patriot Transfer to Ukraine Stopped in Poland
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 3, 2025
A shipment of Patriot interceptors bound for Ukraine was halted for a “capability review” by Washington after the missiles had already reached Poland. The Patriot missile defense system is viewed as essential military hardware by Kiev.
New Bill Would Give Israel Access to B-2s, Massive Bombs to Strike Iran
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 2, 2025
A new bipartisan bill in Congress would give Israel access to US weaponry to conduct strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, similar to the one ordered by President Donald Trump last month.
Trump To Ramp Up Programs ‘To Build Democracy’ in Cuba
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 1, 2025
President Donald Trump ordered his administration to ramp up efforts to bring down the government in Cuba. The policy calls for tightening sanctions and programs. President Donald Trump issued the memo to his administration on Monday that instructed the strengthening...
Top Netanyahu Ally Visits the White House Regularly
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 1, 2025
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will make his third trip to the US since President Donald Trump returned to the White House next week. In preparation for the summit, Netanyahu’s closest adviser, Ron Dermer, is visiting the White House. A White House...
Trump Lifts Sanctions on Syria After Former Al-Qaeda Leader’s Takeover
by Kyle Anzalone | Jun 30, 2025
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Monday that removed sanctions on Syria following the fall of the government led by Bashar al-Assad. In December, Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, the founder of al-Qaeda’s Syria affiliate, seized control of Damascus late last...
Ukraine, Eastern European NATO Countries to Leave Anti-Landmine Treaty
by Kyle Anzalone | Jun 30, 2025
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky signed a decree to remove Kiev from the international treaty that outlaws the use of anti-personnel landmines. Ukraine has used outlawed landmines throughout the conflict in violation of the pact.
Senate Votes Down War Powers Resolution Aiming to Rein In Trump Striking Iran
by Kyle Anzalone | Jun 29, 2025
The upper chamber in Congress rejected a War Powers Resolution that would have required the president to get approval from the legislature before striking Iran. Last week, Donald Trump ordered the bombing of three nuclear sites in the Islamic Republic.
Israeli Soldiers Ordered to Fire on Aid-Seekers in Gaza
by Kyle Anzalone | Jun 29, 2025
Israeli soldiers speaking with Haaretz say they received orders to fire on desperate Palestinians attempting to reach aid distribution sites in Gaza. Over 550 Palestinians have been killed trying to get aid in the past month.
Sen. Mike Lee Introduces Bill to Remove US From NATO
by Kyle Anzalone | Jun 26, 2025
Senator Mike Lee introduced a bill to remove the US from the North Atlantic alliance, arguing that the collective defence pact is not within US national security interests.
Symbolic Iran Missile Attack on US Base Required ‘Largest Patriot Missile Engagement’ To Repel
by Kyle Anzalone | Jun 26, 2025
Even after Tehran informed Washington that Iran would execute a symbolic retaliatory strike on the Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, the US military had to engage in its largest battle using Patriot missiles to date to repel the attack. On Monday, Iran fired 19 ballistic...
Israel Suspends Aid Deliveries in Gaza
by Kyle Anzalone | Jun 26, 2025
Israel announced that no aid would enter Gaza for at least two days, claiming that Hamas had seized some shipments. While Palestinians deny the aid was diverted, some Israeli ministers are calling for shipments to be ended entirely. On Wednesday, Israeli Prime...
News Roundup
News Roundup 2/22/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 22, 2021
US News Assange’s lawyers are considering a cross appeal to the UK High Court. [Link] Bolivia has returned the entire US-IMF loan the country received when a coup government was in charge. The $346 million loan racked up $25 million in interest when it was paid off....
News Roundup 2/19/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 19, 2021
US News Legal marijuana jobs increased by 77,000 in 2020. Now over 300,000 Americans work in the weed industry. [Link] Paul Sperry was suspended by Twitter. [Link] Texas police killed a man by setting on fire with their tasers. The cops received qualified immunity....
News Roundup 2/18/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 18, 2021
US News Chicago’s Mayor Lori Lightfoot took $281 million in Covid relief money and allocated it to police. [Link] An Appeals Court rules that NYC can release the misconduct records of police officers. The police union attempted to sue to keep officers misdeeds secret....
News Roundup 2/17/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 17, 2021
US News Hedge fund Alden Global Capital will buy Tribune Publishing - publisher of the Chicago Tribune and other papers - for $630 million. Alden Global Capital already owns Digital First Media. DFM includes papers like The Denver Post and Boston Herald. [Link] The...
News Roundup 2/16/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 16, 2021
US News Missouri sent letters to 46,000 residents demanding the repay money the state said it over-paid in unemployment. [Link] Ohio police arrested a mother of two for leaving her ten and two year old children home alone while she was at work. [Link] Biden has...
News Roundup 2/11/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 11, 2021
US News A new bill proposes cutting civilian Pentagon jobs by 100,000. [Link] Facebook will begin limiting the amount of political content in some user’s feeds. [Link] Great Power Ukraine announces at NATO HQ it would build two new navy bases on the Black Sea and Sea...
News Roundup 2/10/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 10, 2021
US News Gregory Berry was wrongfully convicted of murder. He was exonerated after the gunman revealed that police beat him until he said Berry committed the crime. [Link] South Dakota voters approved a marijuana legalization referendum. The state’s governor, Kristi...
News Roundup 2/9/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 9, 2021
US News Facebook will crack down on vaccine misinformation. [Link] Cass Sunstein joins Biden’s DHS to craft immigration policy. [Link] A proposed House bill will make gun ownership highly regulated and establish a gun database. [Link] A federal appeals court ruled it...
News Roundup 2/8/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 8, 2021
US News The Minneapolis police department obtained a geofence warrant. The warrant forced Google to give the police the names of the accounts of the people at an area of the George Floyd protest. [Link] Healthcare workers replaced police in 750 calls in the past year....
News Roundup 2/5/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 5, 2021
US News The mayor of Olympia, Washington called protesters, who occupied a hotel demanding more aid for the homeless, ‘domestic terrorists.’ [Link] Phoenix prosecutors are labeling a group of young protesters, including minors, as a gang to charge them with more...
News Roundup 2/4/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 4, 2021
US News The Biden Admin is continuing the Trump immigration policy of forcing asylum seekers to remain in Mexico while their claim is processed. [Link] A new video shows police officers murdering a teen who was having a mental health crisis. Officers reported the teen...
News Roundup 2/3/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 3, 2021
US News Biden undoes a late-Trump regulatory move that would have allowed doctors to more easily prescribe Suboxone to treat opioid disorders. [Link] The CDC says it can issue criminal penalties for travelers not wearing masks. [Link] The Pentagon declares climate...
News Roundup 2/2/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 2, 2021
US News Wikipedia is introducing new standards to increase diversity and target harassment. [Link] The cop who murdered Ryan Whitaker will not face charges. [Link] Biden is signing a large number of executive orders in his first weeks in office. [Link] Biden gives...
News Roundup 2/1/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Feb 1, 2021
US News Several police officers tackled, handcuffed, then sprayed a chemical in the face of a nine-year-old girl. [Link] Kevin Clinesmith, former FBI lawyer, was sentenced to 12 months probation for lying on the warrant to spy on Carter Page and the Trump campaign....
News Roundup 1/29/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 29, 2021
US News Biden expresses his intent to keep the Jones Act in place. The law prevents foreign ships from picking up and delivering goods between American ports. The law harms the Hawaiian and Puerto Rican economies. [Link] The US sent three warships into the Black Sea....
News Roundup 1/28/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Jan 28, 2021
US News The Proud Boys leader was a prolific FBI informant. [Link] Wall Street firms are hiring Democratic lobbyists for more influence in the Biden Administration. [Link] Biden’s Administration Biden’s nominee to be Ambassador to the UN, Linda Thomas-Greenfield,...
