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Emanuel's Op-Ed Ignores Party Flaws, Threatens Alliances

2/23/2026

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In the op-ed "The Donroe Doctrine’s Year of Failure," Rahm Emanuel overlooks the impact of Barack Obama and Joe Biden on global alliances.
Ken Dropek argues that Emanuel's failure to recognize the shortcomings of his own party may lead to repeating past mistakes if he assumes the role of commander in chief.
The article suggests that this oversight contributes to allies' unease regarding the U.S. commitment to international relations.

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In the op-ed "The Donroe Doctrine’s Year of Failure," Rahm Emanuel overlooks the impact of Barack Obama and Joe Biden on global alliances.
Ken Dropek argues that Emanuel's failure to recognize the shortcomings of his own party may lead to repeating past mistakes if he assumes the role of commander in chief.
The article suggests that this oversight contributes to allies' unease regarding the U.S. commitment to international relations.