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** February 14, 2026
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The US’ Delcy Rodriguez Dilemma
By Samuel Ben-Ur
Research analyst, Foundation for Defense of Democracies

While deeply flawed, Acting President Delcy Rodriguez is still the United States’ best bet for Venezuela’s stabilization and transition to democracy. Read why here ([link removed]) .
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Streamlining Nuclear Licensing: Faster Approvals Without Sacrificing Safety
By William D. Budinger, Ray Rothrock, and Paul Bauman

Excessive regulation has driven nuclear costs and delays without improving safety. Reforming the NRC is essential to ensure America can build the power it needs. Read more here (http:/[link removed]) .
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The Twilight Days of Recep Tayyip Erdogan
By Robert Ellis
International advisor, Research Institute for European and American Studies (RIEAS)

The Turkish president’s two decades in power have brought Turkey to the edge of an economic and social disaster. Read more here ([link removed]) .
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How Ukraine Can Help the US Compete in the Global Tech Race
By Iulia Lupse
Founder, I&A Communications Solutions
Young Voices contributor

America should take lessons from a wartime tech ecosystem built on speed and experimentation. Read more here ([link removed]) .
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What Project Vault Means for US Critical Minerals Security
By Akhil Ramesh
Director, Economic Statecraft Initiative at the Pacific Forum

The Trump administration’s new initiative seeks to stockpile critical minerals, create investment pools, and collaborate with like-minded allies. Read more here ([link removed]) .

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