Emily Schwartz Greco was the Institute’s op-ed manager and ran OtherWords. OtherWords is a non-profit editorial service that distributes progressive commentary and cartoons to approximately 1,700 editors at newspapers and new media outlets across the nation. She is also an OtherWords weekly columnist. As a writing coach , she had trained a group of New Economy Maryland fellows to write more effectively for the public.

Prior to coming to IPS in 2003, Emily covered foreign policy and economics in Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo, Brazil, as well as Washington and New York, for the Dow Jones and Bloomberg News services. She earned a M.S. in journalism from Columbia University and a B.A. in Latin American studies and history from the University of Texas at Austin. She has traveled extensively in Latin America, Southeast Asia, and the South Pacific and is fluent in Spanish and Portuguese. She lives in Arlington, Virginia, with her husband and two young children.

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Spirit of Christmas Pastand Future

Ian Williams explains why rum is the true global spirit, with its warm beating heart in the Caribbean.

IMF Identity Crisis

The IMF’s proposed modest reforms will fail to resolve its legitimacy and relevancy crisis.

The United States and Lebanons Civil Strife

The Bush administration’s attempt to impose a new order on the Middle East more compatible with perceived U.S. strategic interests gets another setback.

China: What’s the Big Mystery?

In his introduction to the series— ‘China: What’s the Big Mystery?’ —John Feffer tries to answer the riddle of congagement.

Walls, Amnesty, and False Choices

Most undocumented workers come from a region heavily influenced by U.S. foreign policy. It’s not a coincidence.

United States Rides Weapons Bonanza Wave

War, instability, and high oil prices have created a perfect storm of profit for the world’s weapons manufacturers. This year, FPIF columnist Frida Berrigan reports, defense military analysts predict the biggest arms bonanza since 1993 … which is saying something because in the aftermath of the first Gulf War the global industry reaped the benefits of a $42 billion arms race.

Elections Offer Hope for a Change in Course in Iraq

It’s hard to believe that President Bush will miss the message voters delivered on Election Day.

Gaza Plunges Deeper into Misery

Gaza’s ordeal exemplifies the Palestinian struggle for survival and security.

Bush’s Dysfunctional Cuba Policy

The Bush administration’s Cuba policy has reached a dead end.

Youth Walk Out to Get Out of Iraq

Why are students and youth across this country walking out of their schools and jobs on Election Day? Department editor Saif Rahman argues that the answer is not that complicated: young people are getting it in the neck.

The Horrors of "Extraordinary Rendition"

Barred from entering the U.S., Arar delivered his acceptance speech for the Letelier-Moffitt International Human Rights Award in a videotaped speech.

Postcard From Singapore

Postcard From … Singapore

World Bank Shuts Out Dissident Voices

Development Muzak plays again in Singapore at annual meetings.

Cleaving a False Divide in Latin America

U.S. pundits need to stop labeling the region’s many progressive leaders as members of the “good” left or “bad” left.

Africa Falls Off the IMF Agenda (Again)

A shuffling of the Fund’s voting shares slashed Africa’s already minimal decision-making power. While unfair, the move is just a symptom of what’s wrong with the IMF.

Development Requires Local Empowerment

Poverty reduction in sub-Saharan Africa won’t come through a quick fix.

Withdrawal Wins New Political Support

The crisis is mounting in Iraq, and so are congressional calls for a phased withdrawal. But will the politicians act soon enough?

Congress Approves Flawed Oman Trade Pact

Accord won’t help abused guest workers.

Mexico’s Democratic Transition Still Incomplete

Recent months in Mexico have been marked by a campaign of fear against López Obrador.

In Iraq, with Zarqawi Gone, It’s on to the Next Villain

What the U.S. needs is a change in policy not a change in villains.

Op-Ed Manager

Dodging the Fiscal Swindle

The Galesburg (IL) Planet | December 9, 2012

Dodging the Fiscal Swindle

The (Los Angeles CA) Bell Gardens Sun | December 6, 2012

Just Don’t Say Climate Change

The Reporter (Palos Heights IL) | October 4, 2012

Just Don’t Say Climate Change

The Bemidji (MN) Pioneer | October 3, 2012

Washington’s Democratic Double-Standard

The Register Citizen (Torrington CT) | August 11, 2012

Washington’s Democratic Double-Standard

The Alliance (OH) Review | August 7, 2012

Donald Kaul’s Breather

The Des Moines (IA) Register | July 26, 2012

Donald Kaul’s Breather

The Mason City (IA) Globe Gazette | July 24, 2012

Making Sense of Poverty Numbers

Common Dreams | September 24, 2010

Making Sense of Poverty Numbers

Denver Post | September 24, 2010

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