Dipnote - U.S. Department of State Official Blog http://blogs.state.gov/index.php/site/index/ en U.S. Department of State 2008-08-29T16:18:00-05:00 Fidel Castro Resigns… How Can the U.S. Assist Cuba’s Tranisition to Democracy?
Now that Fidel Castro has relinquished his dictatorship, how do you think the United States can assist the Cuban people in transitioning to a free democracy?]]> http://blogs.state.gov/index.php/entires/castro_cuba_democracy/ 2008-02-19T21:13:00-05:00 Will Tougher Sanctions Convince Iran To Abandon Their Nuclear Ambitions?
Despite two previous Security Council resolutions imposing sanctions against Iran, Iran continues to enrich uranium. Will a third, tougher sanctions resolution convince Iran to abandon their nuclear ambitions?]]> http://blogs.state.gov/index.php/entires/will_tougher_sanctions_convince_iran_to_abandon_their_nuclear_ambitions/ 2008-02-07T21:04:01-05:00 Do the Palestinians and Israelis Really Want Peace?
If everyone says they want peace, why is it so difficult to stop the fighting and reach an agreement? ]]> http://blogs.state.gov/index.php/entires/q_palestinians_israelis/ 2008-01-24T15:46:01-05:00 Does the Popularity of the United States Matter and Should It Affect Policy Decisions?
Does the popularity of United States matter and should it affect policy decisions?]]> http://blogs.state.gov/index.php/entires/popularity_policy/ 2008-01-09T20:46:01-05:00 Is the U.S. Doing Enough to Protect Consumers From Potentially Harmful Imported Products?
Is the United States doing enough to protect its consumers from potentially harmful imported products?
]]> http://blogs.state.gov/index.php/entires/is_us_doing_enough_to_protect_consumers_from_potentially_harmful_imported_p/ 2007-12-12T15:18:00-05:00 Does New Information Regarding Iran’s Nuclear Program Warrant a Change in U.S. Policy?
In light of new information indicating that it's unlikely Iran would be able to produce enough weapons-grade uranium for another 3 to 8 years, should the U.S. change its policy toward Iran?]]> http://blogs.state.gov/index.php/entires/iran_nuclear_policy/ 2007-12-04T18:54:00-05:00 What Effect Will Hamas Have on Negotiations Over the Future of Israel and Palestine?
What effect will Hamas have on negotiations over the future of Israel and Palestine?]]> http://blogs.state.gov/index.php/entires/what_effect_will_hamas_have_on_negotiations_over_the_future_of_israel_and_p/ 2007-11-28T20:49:00-05:00 What Actions Should U.S. Take if President Musharraf Fails To Keep Promises?
What actions should the U.S. government take if President Musharraf does not complete what he has called a "total, complete, democratic dispensation" by the indicated date? ]]> http://blogs.state.gov/index.php/entires/musharraf_promises/ 2007-11-15T19:04:01-05:00 What Tangible Results Are Necessary for the Annapolis Conference To Be Deemed a Success?
What tangible results are necessary for the Annapolis Conference to be deemed a success? ]]> http://blogs.state.gov/index.php/entires/q_middle_east_peace/ 2007-11-15T16:58:00-05:00 When, if Ever, is the Declaration of a State of Emergency Justified?
When, if Ever, is the Declaration of a State of Emergency Justified?]]> http://blogs.state.gov/index.php/entires/q_state_of_emergency/ 2007-11-06T20:59:00-05:00 What Will Life in Cuba be Like After Castro?
What will life in Cuba be like after Castro?]]> http://blogs.state.gov/index.php/entires/cuba_reforms/ 2007-10-29T20:15:00-05:00 Does the UN Effectively Fulfill its Mission? Presidential Proclamation, the United States celebrated October 24th as "United Nations Day." Many today question the relevance of the United Nations. Founded to maintain international security and help solve economic, social, and humanitarian problems...

Does the United Nations continue to effectively fulfill its mission? ]]> http://blogs.state.gov/index.php/entires/does_the_un_effectively_fulfill_its_mission/ 2007-10-23T19:14:01-05:00 Should U.S. Congress Consider Resolution Labeling Ottoman Empire’s Massacre of Armenians Genocide?
Should the U.S. Congress consider the resolution labeling the Ottoman Empire's World War I massacre of Armenians a genocide?]]> http://blogs.state.gov/index.php/entires/congress_armenians_genocide/ 2007-10-16T17:50:00-05:00 Is the Creation of a Palestinian State Feasible? Should U.S. Play a Role?
Is the creation of a sovereign Palestinian state feasible? Should the United States play such a major role in its establishment?]]> http://blogs.state.gov/index.php/entires/palesinian_state/ 2007-10-10T17:00:00-05:00 Who Should be Allowed To Possess Nuclear Technology?
"What should determine who should be allowed to possess nuclear technology and who should not?"
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