Fortunately, there are four powerful reasons why India will forge ahead, regardless of what happens in New Delhi.

But in recent years, German firms, aided by farsighted government reforms, have turned that into an art form, forging the most competitive industrial sector of any advanced economy.

Yesterday we learned that 'TheAdministration would forge ahead with military action even if Congress passed aresolution constraining the mission.'

The danger starts with his example: after all, a young, black, progressive politician has no chance of reaching the highest office in Cuba, although a majority of the island's people are black.

A strong and independent intelligentsia and academia reflects a stable and mature society - one that is secure enough to listen to criticism, reflect and reform.