Here is a paywall free link to my new Foreign Affairs article, "America's New Age of Political Violence: What Happens when the Threat comes from Both the Left and Right": www.foreignaffairs.com/united-state...
Just engaged in a profound discussion on American political violence on one of Europe's most watched programs. The topic of whether US political debate can rebound from Charlie Kirk's killing was explored on DW News Desk. I come in at min 18:05 www.youtube.com/watch?v=34vG...
Fox's Bill Hemmer and I discuss the new era of violent populism in America: video.foxnews.com/v/6379504110...
On “Chicago Tonight,” I discuss how Pres Trump is taking us down a dark road and why it is not too late to reverse course: news.wttw.com/2025/09/09/t... #ICEoperations #NationalGuardThreats
On "The Chicago Report," I engage in discussion with former Chief of Chicago Police and prominent ACLU leader on ICE operations and potential threats posed by National Guard. Watch the insightful conversation: www.fox32chicago.com/video/1705024 #ChicagoReport #ICEoperations #NationalGuardThreats
NPR All Things Considered's Scott Detrow and I had a thought-provoking discussion on What happens when democracies use military force to occupy their own territory You can listen here: www.npr.org/2025/09/07/n...
The world is closely following how Chicago is bracing for federal troops. Watch my BBC interview: youtu.be/rcBiBIN0B0Q
As expected in my NYT oped, Chicago is now beginning to mobilize protests vs the federal forces. The story confirms 150k+ undoc immigrants in Chicago, ~10% of city. President Trump, please reconsider your plan to "liberate" Chicago, as you recently called this. www.nytimes.com/2025/09/05/u...
Fred Wellman and I discuss Chicago's Dark Road on his important podcast. Already has 100k views. You can watch it here: www.youtube.com/live/bn5ECRw...
As highlighted in my recent NYT op-ed and exemplified in this article, U.S. cities appreciate federal assistance in combating crime. But, they are wary of excessive military presence due to its potential political ramifications. Read more about this nuanced issue: www.nytimes.com/2025/09/06/u...
Surging federal troops into Chicago would be a dangerous mistake, but it is not too late for cooler heads to prevail. Explore the reasons why in my new New York Times piece: www.nytimes.com/2025/09/05/o...
Is Trump interested in "law and order"? See the Surprisingly Violent “Non-Violent” Offenders in the Capitol Hill Siege who Trump Pardoned: cpost.uchicago.edu/publications...
NYT has my extensive commentary on how Trump is siding with law and order so long as it supports his political agenda. www.nytimes.com/2025/08/12/u...
(2 of 2) I had an lengthy discussion on why political violence is rising in America with CNN's Michael Smerconish. Here is my commentary: The rise in Political Violence with Robert Pape Professor of Political Science, University of Chicago
Robert Pape: f.io/QvMIb2x4
(1 of 2) I had an lengthy discussion on why political violence is rising in America with CNN's Michael Smerconish. Here is his excellent opening commentary: Smerconish: Civility in Crisis – Running for office shouldn’t require a flak jacket.
Commentary: f.io/hYP1CMbm
We are witnessing a significant moment in history. Israel’s campaign in Gaza is the most lethal case of a Western democracy using the punishment of civilians as a tactic of war. Israel must reverse course or face the world's growing wrath. www.foreignaffairs.com/israel/unpar...
In the midst of mounting tensions across the United States, Texas lawmakers have sought sanctuary in Illinois. Divisions in the US continue to escalate from words to actions. Check out my recent interview with ABC News to gain more insights: (abc7chicago.com/videoClip/17...)
What are the lasting consequences of bombing Iran? Regime change? More War? Enduring cease-fire? I was part of deep conversation with highly knowledgeable experts hosted by the Chicago Council on Global Affairs. To learn more, watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=mCi4...
To delve deeper into the analysis, my original Foreign Affairs article is here: www.foreignaffairs.com/united-state...
It's evident that the outcomes predicted in my Foreign Affairs article about the strategic consequences of bombing Iran have materialized. The bombing bolstered support for the Iranian regime and failed to eradicate its enriched uranium. www.nytimes.com/2025/07/22/w...
The Middle East is edging closer to a potentially catastrophic nuclear conflict, with unprecedented challenges. To avert these looming dangers, a transformative shift in America's nuclear policy is imperative. Read more about this critical issue:
www.chicagotribune.com/2025/07/20/o...
A short version of Postol's excellent technical analysis showing how elbow air shafts almost certainly prevented US bombs from destroying Fordo: www.youtube.com/watch?v=TriA...
The best technical analysis so far showing how easy it was for Iran to move the 60% HEU and hard for US bombs to destroy the key chambers at Fordo, esp min 25-29 and 40-46: www.google.com/search?sca_e...
Now clear Israel and US attacks on Iran's nuclear program were all high risk, no meaningful reward. We are not stopping nuclear breakout, but creating an Iran with nuclear teeth: www.nytimes.com/2025/06/24/u...
The main problem with Israel/US air strikes on Frodo is now clear: No way to assess damage to Iran's nuclear stockpile, just as I explained would happen week ago in detail: www.foreignaffairs.com/iran/israels...
On CBS Evening News, I discuss why it is too late for US air power alone to knock out Iran's nuclear program, and turn Iran into an angry beast with nuclear teeth: cbsnews.com/video/what-a...
See why Israel and now the US are falling into the "smart bomb trap" -- overconfidence in air power leading to another "forever" war: www.foreignaffairs.com/iran/israels...
Why America is on the brink of an extremely violent era in politics and what we can do about it: www.nytimes.com/2025/06/16/o...
NYT, CNN report Israel hitting residential buildings in Tehran, w 100+ civilians killed. If a mistake, Israel should express deep regret for killing civilians, as US did in Kosovo. Crucial to limit escalation, esp as Iran gets closer to nuclear weapons: www.nytimes.com/live/2025/06...