https://pjmedia.com/barryrubin/2012/10/23/romneys-structural-handicap-an-in-depth-analysis-of-the-foreign-policy-issue-in-the-presidential-election/feed/PJ Media is a leading news site covering culture, politics, faith, homeland security, and more. Our reporters and columnists provide original, in-depth analysis from a variety of perspectives.en-usWed, 10 Jun 2026 08:51:00 -0400<![CDATA[This article&#8217;s purpose is to give a full analysis on the foreign policy aspects of the third debate between President Barack Obama and Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney. Remember that the idea that someone “won” the debate in terms of an outside observer’s standpoint or even based on a poll is misleading. The only important thing is whether either candidate swayed additional voters to his side. Since I’m writing this to provide a detailed assessment, I’m not going to try to be short. So for your convenience let me begin by briefly explaining how Romney is so handicapped in dealing with foreign policy:]]>Tue, 23 Oct 2012 09:55:04 -0400<![CDATA[Barry Rubin]]>https://pjmedia.com/barry-rubin/2012/10/23/romneys-structural-handicap-an-in-depth-analysis-of-the-foreign-policy-issue-in-the-presidential-election-n133355