How Trump’s second inauguration outdid the excesses of his first
I really appreciated Monday’s unexpected call for unity in the Capitol rotunda, where MAGA insurrectionists mounted a deadly attack on Congress four years ago.Unfortunately, it…
Sen. Amy Klobuchar says she used her access to nudge Trump on L.A. wildfire recovery
WASHINGTON — Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota, the chief of the inaugural transition, acknowledged the difficulty of overseeing the handoff of power to President Trump…
Squid Game and South Korean Politics: Socioeconomic Inequality and Power Struggles
Netflix’s Squid Game has captured global attention with its depiction of a deadly survival game where financially desperate individuals are forced to compete for a…
Trump and allies disgracefully block honoring of Jan. 6 police
On Monday, Donald Trump will visit the scene of a crime, laying his hand on a Bible and vowing to preserve and protect the Constitution…
Turbulence in European Politics: Far-Right Upsurge in Austria and Germany
“The fascism that we thought we had left behind is now the third political force in Europe”- said by Pedro Sanchez, the prime minister of…
The Unfinished Revolution: Protests in Armenia and the Quest for Change
Since its independence in 1991, Armenia has faced a turbulent journey marked by systemic corruption, authoritarian tendencies, and socio-economic instability. The newly sovereign nation inherited…
The trajectory of rebellious politics taking place and Analysts wonder which state will be next?
The people are no longer accepting the status quo and shifting the regimes through a putsch. This does not just happen in South Asia but…
Carter changed the way world saw the U.S. – often for the better
WASHINGTON — Jimmy Carter ended his one-term presidency in defeat. For years he was derided as a weak leader.But over time a fundamental shift took place…
Congress gathers to certify the 2024 election results
WASHINGTON — Four years after a violent mob stormed the Capitol, a full Congress is set to gather to certify the 2024 election, formally declaring President-elect…
How did Trump hurt democracy and boost GOP extremism?
BERKELEY — It’s not as if Tom Mann is happy to say I told you so.After decades as a leading expert on Congress and our fragile…
The Truth in Crisis: Navigating the Post-Truth Age
In an age where information is available at the touch of a button, the world finds itself facing a crisis of truth. The rise of…
The Rise of Echo Chambers in a Connected World
Human society has experienced major changes throughout history, from the agricultural revolution to the industrial and digital eras. Each of these changes has deeply influenced…
Opinion: Football isn’t just violence. It’s democracy’s schoolhouse
The ripple effects of the brawl that broke out between Ohio State and Michigan football players in late November are still spreading. A massive scrum…
U.S. imposes visa restrictions on 20 Georgians for undermining democracy
Police use water cannons and tear gas to disperse Georgian opposition supporters as they protest in front of the Parliament building in Tbilisi, Georgia, on…
Opinion: South Korea needs a stronger response from the U.S. to help save its democracy
The Republic of Korea’s ascent as a global beacon of liberal democracy and capitalism has been built on its robust alliance with the United States.…
Polls open in Ghana in litmus test for democracy | Government News
The West African country considered a beacon of democratic stability is holding presidential and legislative elections amid an economic crisis.Polls have opened in Ghana for…
Will South Korea survive the biggest challenge to its democracy in decades? | TV Shows
South Korea’s reputation as a stable democracy faced a serious threat on Tuesday night when President Yoon Suk-yeol shocked the nation – and much of…
Opinion: Biden should arm Ukraine to the teeth to set up ideal negotiations
Before leaving office in January, President Biden can still do much to bolster Ukraine’s security, and our own. The need for greater U.S. aid is…
After Trump win, Black women rethink their role as political organizers
ATLANTA — As she checked into a recent flight to Mexico for vacation, Teja Smith chuckled at the idea of joining another Women’s March on Washington.As…
Is the growing power of Big Tech a threat to democracy? | TV Shows
Nobel Prize laureate Maria Ressa and former Greek finance minister Yanis Varoufakis discuss Big Tech in politics.As President-elect Donald Trump picks his new government, Elon…