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The Gambia Welcomes New Leader and Begins a New Era
The resolution of The Gambia’s recent electoral crisis is a victory for democratic transitions of power in Africa. It remains to be seen if other countries in the region can replicate its success.
The Rise of Donald Trump
Dissecting the complex social and political dynamics that propelled Donald Trump to the Presidency.
The Movement: Liberal Party’s Promises
Andi Asimetaj examines Justin Trudeau’s campaign promises.
Does the End Really Justify the Means? Putin’s Political Maneuvering for Higher Approval Ratings
Michael Kang discusses the political maneuvering and policies behind Putin’s consistently high approval ratings.
The Curious Case of Corruption in India
Michael Kang explores the complex extent of corruption in India and its impact on the Indian economy.
Lebanon Struggles with a Failed Political System
The government’s approach of getting private companies to provide public services produced parallel systems.
UK’s Most Important and Diverse Election in Decades Will Do Nothing For Its Foreign Policy
Today, citizens of the United Kingdom will vote in the most diverse election in decades. Previously, elections revolved around the Conservatives, Labour, and the centrist Liberal-Democrats as a third party. This election, polls are predicting seats for the United Kingdom Independence Party, the Green Party, the Scottish National Party and Plaid Cymru (the Welsh nationalist Read More…
Tensions in Thailand: Out of Luck?
Thailand’s political deadlock may end soon after the National Anti-Corruption Committee reaches a verdict on the prime minister’s corruption case.
Syria’s Commitment to Peace: Exploiting Loopholes?
President Bashar al-Assad is expected to win the upcoming presidential elections – at the cost of prolonging the civil war.