J. D. Vance’s Heartland Base Will Either Flame or Tame Trump 2.0 Policy
Vance’s role may serve to moderate the effects of Trump’s economic policies on the constituents that propelled his own political career.
The Dueling Economic Policies in the 2024 Election
In the 2024 national elections, voters in the United States will weigh drastically different visions for economic policy.
Understanding Trump’s Foreign Policy (and how to deal with it)
It is worth reviewing the roots of Donald Trump’s foreign policy and seeing what lessons might be learned from his Presidency.
Trump’s Truck Tariff Straw Man
It is doubtful that Trump’s extension of the protective tariff on Korean pickup trucks had that much of an effect on the American market.
The Foreign Policy Outlook of South Korean Progressives: Part IV
Pragmatism represents a common theme in South Korea’s liberal foreign policy, responding to external pressures as well as internal constraints.
South Korea’s Trade Vulnerabilities on Display
After prolonged focus on managing the trade balance, South Korea is caught off guard by the U.S. government’s new approach to international trade.
Long-standing national security commitments override rapprochement promise
South Korea’s decision to conduct a joint military exercise despite North Korea’s warning reiterate the priority placed on national security.
Impeachment Precedent: Lessons from the Nixon and Clinton Administrations
Nixon and Clinton administrations provide a glimpse into how Trump’s execution of foreign policy could be impacted by the impeachment inquiry.
South Korean Opinion of North Korea Spikes
In a new poll from the Asan Institute, South Korean public opinion of North Korea has greatly increased since the beginning of 2018, hitting 4.71 out of 10 in their June poll.
Interpreting Admiral Harris’ Appointment to Seoul
The policy community responded with widespread relief that we finally have a new Ambassador to South Korea, retired Admiral Harry B. Harris.