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The Case for a New U.S.-Saudi Strategic Compact

The Case for a New U.S.-Saudi Strategic Compact

Steven a. Cook; Martin S. Indyk

Council on Foreign Relations Press
2022
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The encounter between President Franklin D. Roosevelt and King Abdulaziz Al Saud aboard the USS Quincy in the Suez Canal on February 14, 1945, represents the launching point for relations between the United States and Saudi Arabia. From the start, it was an unlikely partnership. The deal that developed over time was straightforward. The United States needed unimpeded access to the vast reservoirs of oil beneath Al Saud's desert sands, and Saudi Arabia needed protection from avaricious neighbors and great powers.But in recent years, the U.S.-Saudi strategic partnership has frayed. The United States has grown frustrated with Saudi Arabia's human rights record and reluctance to stabilize the oil market, while Riyadh has come to believe that Washington is no longer willing to guarantee the kingdom's security.With their new Council Special Report, The Case for a New U.S.-Saudi Strategic Compact, Eni Enrico Mattei Senior Fellow for Middle East and Africa Studies Steven A. Cook and Distinguished Fellow Martin S. Indyk give a thorough history of the special relationship between the world's foremost democracy and the Middle East's preeminent monarchy, and envision what a renewed partnership would look like.As Cook and Indyk warn, "Seventy-seven years after the original Roosevelt-Abdulaziz pact, the changing circumstances require a reassessment of the relationship's value to each side, for if urgent action is not taken, the process of separation that is already under way is likely to accelerate, damaging the interests of both sides."
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Tompkins, Woods and Cooke: Arkansas' First State Police Commissioners: The Founding Fathers of the Arkansas State Police Department, 1935 - 1937

Tompkins, Woods and Cooke: Arkansas' First State Police Commissioners: The Founding Fathers of the Arkansas State Police Department, 1935 - 1937

Steven a. Coppinger

Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
2018
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Word that a new state police force for Arkansas was being considered was widely reported in the state's newspapers in the spring of 1935. Historians of the Arkansas State Police (ASP) have provided rich detail on the founding of the Department and its evolution over the past eight decades. However, little information about the three men selected by Arkansas Governor J.M. Futrell to serve as the first State Police Commissioners - William Vernon Tompkins of Prescott, John Powell Woods, Sr., of Fort Smith and Samuel Locke Cooke of Marvell - exists. Highlighting the genesis of the State Police Department and the work of its small State Ranger force, Steven A. Coppinger shares previously unknown biographical information about the first three Commissioners and chronicles how they worked together with the original State Rangers to organize and establish Arkansas' State Police Department.
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False Dawn

False Dawn

Steven A. Cook

Oxford University Press Inc
2019
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More than half a decade after Arabs across the Middle East across the Middle East poured into the streets to demand change, hopes for democracy have disappeared in a maelstrom of violence and renewed state repression. In False Dawn, noted Middle East expert Steven A. Cook looks at the trajectory of events across the region from the initial uprising in Tunisia to the failed coup attempt in Turkey to explain why the Arab Spring uprisings did not succeed. Despite appearances, there were no true revolutions in the Middle East seven years ago: none of the affected societies underwent social revolutions, and the old structures of power were never eliminated. Even supposed successes like Tunisia still face significant barriers to democracy because of the continued strength of old regime players. Libya, the state that came closest to revolution, has fragmented into chaos, and Turkey's president, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, has undertaken a widespread crackdown on his opponents, reinforcing the Turkish leader's personal power. After taking stock of how and why the uprisings failed to produce lasting change, Cook considers the role of the United States in the region. What Washington cannot do, Cook argues, is shape the politics of the Middle East going forward. While many in the policymaking community believe that the United States must "get the Middle East right," American influence is actually quite limited; the future of the region lies in the hands of the people who live there. Authoritative and powerfully argued, False Dawn is a major work on one of the most important historical events of the past quarter century.
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The End of Ambition

The End of Ambition

Steven A. Cook

OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS INC
2024
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A clear-headed vision for the United States' role in the Middle East that highlights the changing nature of US national interests and the challenges of grand strategizing at a time of profound change in the international order. Following a long series of catastrophic misadventures in the Middle East over the last two decades, the American foreign policy community has tried to understand what went wrong. After weighing the evidence, they have mostly advised a retreat from the region. The basic view is that when the United States tries to advance change in the Middle East, it only makes matters worse. In The End of Ambition, Steven A. Cook argues that while these analysts are rightly concerned that engagement drains US resources and distorts its domestic politics, the broader impulse to disengage tends to neglect important lessons from the past. Moreover, advocates of pulling back overlook the potential risks of withdrawal. Covering the relationship between the US and the Middle East since the end of WWII, Cook makes the bold claim that despite setbacks and moral costs, the United States has been overwhelmingly successful in protecting its core national interests in the Middle East. Conversely, overly ambitious policies to remake the region and leverage US power not only ended in failure, but rendered the region unstable in new and largely misunderstood ways. While making the case that retrenchment is not the answer to America's problems in the Middle East, The End of Ambition highlights how America's interests in the region have begun to change and critically examines alternative approaches to US-Middle East policy. Cook highlights the challenges that policymakers and analysts confront developing a new strategy for the United States in the Middle East against the backdrop of both political uncertainty in the United States and a changing global order.
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The Struggle for Egypt

The Struggle for Egypt

Steven A. Cook

Oxford University Press Inc
2013
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The recent revolution in Egypt has shaken the Arab world to its roots. The most populous Arab country and the historical center of Arab intellectual life, Egypt is a linchpin of the US's Middle East strategy, receiving more aid than any nation except Israel. This is not the first time that the world and has turned its gaze to Egypt, however. A half century ago, Egypt under Nasser became the putative leader of the Arab world and a beacon for all developing nations. Yet in the decades prior to the 2011 revolution, it was ruled over by a sclerotic regime plagued by nepotism and corruption. During that time, its economy declined into near shambles, a severely overpopulated Cairo fell into disrepair, and it produced scores of violent Islamic extremists such as Ayman al-Zawahiri and Mohammed Atta. In The Struggle for Egypt, Steven Cook--a Senior Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations--explains how this parlous state of affairs came to be, why the revolution occurred, and where Egypt might be headed next. A sweeping account of Egypt in the modern era, it incisively chronicles all of the nation's central historical episodes: the decline of British rule, the rise of Nasser and his quest to become a pan-Arab leader, Egypt's decision to make peace with Israel and ally with the United States, the assassination of Sadat, the emergence of the Muslim Brotherhood, and--finally--the demonstrations that convulsed Tahrir Square and overthrew an entrenched regime. Throughout Egypt's history, there has been an intense debate to define what Egypt is, what it stands for, and its relation to the world. Egyptians now have an opportunity to finally answer these questions. Doing so in a way that appeals to the vast majority of Egyptians, Cook notes, will be difficult but ultimately necessary if Egypt is to become an economically dynamic and politically vibrant society.
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Ruling But Not Governing

Ruling But Not Governing

Steven A. Cook

Johns Hopkins University Press
2007
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"Ruling But Not Governing" highlights the critical role that the military plays in the stability of the Egyptian, Algerian, and, until recently, Turkish political systems. This in-depth study demonstrates that while the soldiers and materiel of Middle Eastern militaries form the obvious outer perimeter of regime protection, it is actually the less apparent, multilayered institutional legacies of military domination that play the decisive role in regime maintenance. Steven A. Cook uncovers the complex and nuanced character of the military's interest in maintaining a facade of democracy. He explores how an authoritarian elite hijack seemingly democratic practices such as elections, multiparty politics, and a relatively freer press as part of a strategy to ensure the durability of authoritarian systems. Using Turkey's recent reforms as a point of departure, the study also explores ways external political actors can improve the likelihood of political change in Egypt and Algeria. Ruling But Not Governing provides valuable insight into the political dynamics that perpetuate authoritarian regimes and offers novel ways to promote democratic change.
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Ruling But Not Governing

Ruling But Not Governing

Steven A. Cook

Johns Hopkins University Press
2007
pokkari
Ruling But Not Governing highlights the critical role that the military plays in the stability of the Egyptian, Algerian, and, until recently, Turkish political systems. This in-depth study demonstrates that while the soldiers and materiel of Middle Eastern militaries form the obvious outer perimeter of regime protection, it is actually the less apparent, multilayered institutional legacies of military domination that play the decisive role in regime maintenance. Steven A. Cook uncovers the complex and nuanced character of the military's interest in maintaining a facade of democracy. He explores how an authoritarian elite hijack seemingly democratic practices such as elections, multiparty politics, and a relatively freer press as part of a strategy to ensure the durability of authoritarian systems. Using Turkey's recent reforms as a point of departure, the study also explores ways external political actors can improve the likelihood of political change in Egypt and Algeria. Ruling But Not Governing provides valuable insight into the political dynamics that perpetuate authoritarian regimes and offers novel ways to promote democratic change.
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The River Cottage Curing and Smoking Handbook: [a Cookbook]

The River Cottage Curing and Smoking Handbook: [a Cookbook]

Steven Lamb

TEN SPEED PRESS
2015
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A thoroughly practical guide to curing and smoking meat, fish, cheese, and vegetables at home. River Cottage, a long-standing pioneer for high-quality sustainable food, is all about knowing the whole story behind what's put on the table. In true River Cottage form, this accessible, compact guide is bursting with essential information for sourcing, butchering, smoking, and curing the whole hog, cow, chicken, fish, and vegetable. Steven Lamb, a respected charcuterie authority, breaks down the traditional methods of curing and smoking to their most simple procedures, with abundant visual resources and 50 recipes. With some salt, pepper, and sugar from the pantry, it's easy to turn good-quality produce into fantastic, exciting food. This thorough, timely handbook begins with a detailed breakdown of tools (from sharp knives to sausage stuffers, for the gadget-loving cook) and an explanation of the preservation process, including a section on which cuts are best for various methods of curing and smoking. Lamb then dives into each method--from dry-curing to fermentation, brining to smoking--in a straightforward, comprehensive manner. And for each technique, there are many delicious recipes, including chorizo Scotch eggs, hot smoked mackerel, prosciutto, and dry-cured bacon.
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Cat Ninja: The Heart of a Hero Volume 6

Cat Ninja: The Heart of a Hero Volume 6

Marcie Colleen; Stephanie Cooke; Steven Scott

Andrews McMeel Publishing
2024
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Calling all Cat Ninja fans: Your favorite feline ninja is back in another action-packed collection of stories from Epic Originals It's nonstop crime time in Metro City, and the hero the city needs is...Octopunch? Even an eight-armed avenger can't keep the streets safe by himself, though, so Cat Ninja's spending all his time catching crooks--and no time curled up with his family. When he realizes that Leon needs him more than Metro City does, it might be time to hang up the nunchucks. But with a brand-new baddie kidnapping every pest and pet in town, can our hero really afford to cat nap? This book includes a two-part bonus tale featuring Cat Ninja and friends against a vengeful villain with a fishy agenda.
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A Trucker's Survival Guide to Eating In: Commonsense Cooking on the Road

A Trucker's Survival Guide to Eating In: Commonsense Cooking on the Road

Mike And Steve Sniezak

Rustik Haws LLC
2020
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Surviving out there... Bouncing up and down back roads or racing down life's highways often the last thing on our mind is where to eat. It is difficult in today's world to find good food at a good price let alone trying to do this from the cab of a Semi, so join us as we bring a new twist to home cooking and show you how to do it yourself with 18 wheels rolling down the road. It does not matter if you are a trucker or not, it does not matter if making a pot of coffee intimidates you, ride with us and we will show you how to eat and eat well and when you are done you will still have coins to jungle Simple cooking for common people without the hype...
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A Trucker's Survival Guide to Eating In: Commonsense Cooking on the Road

A Trucker's Survival Guide to Eating In: Commonsense Cooking on the Road

Mike And Steve Sniezak

Rustik Haws LLC
2020
sidottu
Surviving out there... Bouncing up and down back roads or racing down life's highways often the last thing on our mind is where to eat. It is difficult in today's world to find good food at a good price let alone trying to do this from the cab of a Semi, so join us as we bring a new twist to home cooking and show you how to do it yourself with 18 wheels rolling down the road. It does not matter if you are a trucker or not, it does not matter if making a pot of coffee intimidates you, ride with us and we will show you how to eat and eat well and when you are done you will still have coins to jungle Simple cooking for common people without the hype..
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The Happy in a Hurry Cookbook

The Happy in a Hurry Cookbook

Steve Doocy; Kathy Doocy

William Morrow Cookbooks
2020
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#1 New York Times bestsellerIn this follow up to their New York Times bestseller The Happy Cookbook, Fox & Friends cohost Steve Doocy and his wife, Kathy, share more hilarious stories and offer crowd-pleasing recipes that are quick, easy, and delicious.Steve Doocy and his wife, Kathy, believe the kitchen and the family dinner table should be happy places where memories are made and shared. But most of us don’t have the time to spend hours in the kitchen. Steve and Kathy are no exception, and with The Happy in a Hurry Cookbook, they bring together more than a hundred recipes for favorite comfort foods that come together in a flash—from last-minute entrees to set-it-and-forget-it slow-cooker meals. The Happy in a Hurry Cookbook includes recipes covering a variety of occasions and favorite foods, from holidays, casseroles, and one-pot meals to chicken, pasta, and desserts, as well a whole chapter devoted to the ultimate comfort ingredient: potatoes. Steve and Kathy also share their clever Happy in a Hurry Hacks, which save prep and cooking time and can be used no matter what recipes you're using. Best of all, they include more hilarious and heartwarming stories from the Doocy family and (some well-known) friends.With The Happy in a Hurry Cookbook you can enjoy time-saving, all-American home cooking at its best—nothing fancy, everything delicious—with recipes such as:Buffalo Chicken TacosCarrot Cake WafflesRed, White, and Blueberry Summer Fruit SaladCrockpot CarnitasPumpkin-Swirled Mashed PotatoesSweet Tea Fried ChickenBacon Braided Smoked Turkey BreastRitz Cracker Crust Peanut Butter PieSix-Minute Strawberry Pie Best of all, the easy, pleasing recipes in The Happy in a Hurry Cookbook leave you and your family with more time to do the things you love!The Happy in a Hurry Cookbook is illustrated with 65 color food photos throughout and homey shots of the Doocys with friends and family, sure to please their many fans.
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Message in a Fortune Cookie

Message in a Fortune Cookie

Steve Pulley

Lulu.com
2007
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Ever wonder what might happen if an astronaut shut down a 500-year-old hurricane? Or why an exotic dancer would go to a Chinese restaurant to find a new tomorrow? What does a sheepherder celebrating a night on the town have in common with a high society gatecrasher? Can you beat a fine for poaching Christmas trees in California? Why would Dr. Watson lash out at his old friend Sherlock Holmes? How does a twelve-year-old talk her kidnappers out of murder? What secret lies behind a locked door that not even the homeowner can penetrate? How could Scottish poet Robert Burns, dead 200 years, cause an American medical student to become a writer for a faux French food journal? Why does plucking ear hairs become addictive? Can an outspoken maven get any respect on the last night of her life? You'll find out the offbeat, the thought-provoking, and the hilarious answers to these and many more of life's compelling questions from the 61 short stories and poems found in "Message in a Fortune Cookie."
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Cooking without a Kitchen.. Eco-Friendly Quick & Easy Cooking (B&W)

Cooking without a Kitchen.. Eco-Friendly Quick & Easy Cooking (B&W)

Steve Gamelin

Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
2016
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Hi, I'm Steve. I am best known for my no-knead bread videos and cookbooks, but like all other bakers... I cook and bake a wide variety of foods. This is my "personal" cookbook... the real world cookbook I pick up and use when baking at home. It reflects my personal taste and lifestyle.While my wife and I are fortunate enough to have a full kitchen, I do the majority of my cooking and baking in limited space kitchen next to the computer area. Thus I do 90% of my cooking and baking using a toaster oven, microwave, and portable cooktop.-It's eco-friendly... recipes use energy efficient technique and appliances whenever possible without compromising quality.-Recipes are designed to use bakeware with lids versus aluminum foil when possible.-The ingredients are simple... I don't have a drawer full of outdated herbs and spices.-Because it is the cookbook I use on a daily basis, it's very practical. I didn't create elaborate recipes to impress others, they were created for, and approved by, my wife (my toughest critic).-And, I developed recipes and techniques for baking no-knead bread and pizza in the toaster oven.I hope this becomes one of your "can't do without" cookbooks.Thanks - Steve
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