The scenario in which a true democratic transition of power takes place seems farther and farther away.
Political Confusion in Zimbabwe: How 37 Years Ended in 6 Days
Zimbabwe has been under one ruler and ruling party since it gained independence and has suffered through economic collapse under its control.
Help the Economy, It Does Not
"I cannot foresee a future with this bill passed in which the United States evokes such high opinions as the ones I heard myself."
The Darker Souls of Our Hegemonic Nature
As much as it would be nice to have a messiah to sacrifice their political life to save us all, we do not live in a world where such people exist.
Some Rules Are Meant to Be Changed
Natural born U.S. citizenship, 35 years of age, and... not much else. Is this a problem?
Mueller’s Manafort Mania
If events like this were occurring while the Cold War raged—during Ronald Reagan’s presidency, for example—the country would be in an uproar.
Kseniya Sobchak: Putin’s Plant or the Oppositional Oligarch?
Socialite, heiress, journalist, and now the (unlikely) future president of Russia.
Can Refrigerants Be Sexy?
The U.S. phasing out HFCs alone would account for 9% of cuts pledged in its Paris Agreement contribution.
There Is Opportunity In Every Brexit
A comprehensive deal with the U.K. offers a good opportunity to achieve both. It’s time to start negotiating.
A Case for Presidential War Powers Revision
Like any policy, war powers much be considered within the context and era they are used.
What to Do About North Korea
Fire and fury? Or a strategic blend of military strength, sanctions, and diplomacy?
Climate Change and Its Discontents: An Introduction
Climate change is a collective action problem in which every human being will feel the impacts.
Civility is Gone, Don't Let It Devolve into Violence
For society and government to function, we have to work together. That relationship works best when the mode of conversation is not limited to insults.
Germany’s Trade Surplus: It’s Structural, Stupid!
We are dealing with a structural problem that stems from the system itself.
Welcome to the Chinese Intranet. I'll Be Your Guide.
The Chinese Internet is so censored and cracked-down on that it often makes sense to refer to it as intranet instead.
There is a Difference Between Good Policy and Good Leadership – A Good Executive Needs Both
There is a tangible difference between having good policy and having good leadership. To be an effective executive one must have both.
How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Nuclear Energy
American perceptions of nuclear power are rooted in 20th century technology. It's time for an upgrade.
NAFTA isn’t perfect, but does it benefit the U.S.?
"Trade" has become a dirty word in some circles, and NAFTA is not immune.