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Cybersecurity analysis of network traffic. Intelligence operations in cyberspace rely on detecting, exploiting, and managing vulnerabilities within complex digital systems.

How Institutional Cooperation Enables Intelligence Competition

This paper draws on material published in my new book, Age of Deception: Cybersecurity as Secret Statecraft (Cornell, 2025), used with permission of the publisher.

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Presidential Conspiracy Mongers

Presidential Conspiracy Mongers

About the book Conspirator in Chief: The Long Tradition of Conspiracy Theories in the American Presidency by Stephen F. Knott, published by University Press of Kansas, forthcoming in May 2026.

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Democracy is in danger: the Freedom in the World 2024 report classifies 84 countries and territories as 'Free' (in green), 59 as 'Partly Free' (in yellow), and 67 as 'Not Free' (in purple).

The Politics Brief

Democracy in 2024: Elections, Autocratization, and Freedom

With nearly 3 billion voters engaged in the largest electoral cycle in…

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Close-up of a young fern unfurling, symbolizing growth and biodiversity within a lush, green ecosystem.

The Politics Brief

Living Planet 2024: Biodiversity in Crisis

The Living Planet Report 2024 reveals a staggering 73% decline in global…

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The image depicts an anonymous figure wearing a "Guy Fawkes" mask, a symbol associated with protest movements and digital activism. In the context of content moderation, this image might be sensitive due to its connections with demonstrations and activities that could be regulated on digital platforms. The combination of the mask with an urban autumn setting adds a layer of ambiguity, which might influence moderation decisions depending on the context of use and the platform's policies.

The Politics Brief

Localized Content Moderation: A Human Rights Approach

Adopting a human-centered, localized approach to content moderation is crucial for effectively…

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The image shows President Donald Trump preparing to sign a plaque along the Texas-Mexico border wall in January 2021. This act symbolizes nativist ideology, emphasizing the protection of national identity by reinforcing borders and justifying strict measures against perceived outsiders. The border wall itself became a key symbol of nativism, reflecting efforts to maintain a homogeneous national identity.

Analysis & Theories

The Political Psychology of Nativism

Social identity and intergroup threat theories explain how perceived threats fuel nativism,…

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Mount Rushmore in America features sculptures of four iconic presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln.

Greeks (and Romans) Bearing Gifts to America

A Review of The Pursuit of Happiness: How Classical Writers on Virtue…

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A monochrome view from the deck of an Arctic exploration ship. The photograph captures the ship's side and its extended walkway, leading the eye towards the icy, turbulent Arctic seascape visible in the distance. The image, under a cloudy sky, emphasizes the cold and remote environment of the Arctic region.

Books Global North

Arctic Alliances Tested: Cooperation in an Era of Rivalry

Excerpt from Arctic Exceptionalism: Cooperation in a Contested World, by Barry Scott…

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Former President Donald Trump speaking at a rally, with conservative professors among the audience, supporting his agenda and policies.

American Conservative Professors: Divided Over Trump

About the book Academic Trumpists: Radicals Against Liberal Diversity, by David L.…

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Mural depicting a female figure wearing sunglasses with the text 'POUR QUE LA HONTE CHANGE DE CAMP'. The artwork references Gisèle Pélicot and is connected to the theme of 'chemical submissions', emphasizing the shift of shame from victims to perpetrators in cases of drug-facilitated abuse.

Legal Gaps: How Chemical Submission Enables Sexual Assault

The Mazan case in France shows how drug-facilitated violence challenges existing laws…

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Albanian women: A young girl wearing a white shirt and a red scarf in the style of an Albanian communist pioneer raises her fist in a revolutionary salute. The image, taken from Ylli Magazine, reflects the official ideology of the Albanian communist regime of the time, promoting socialist values and contributing to state propaganda.

Political History

Albanian Women Under Communism: The Illusion of Liberation

The condition of Albanian women under communism reflects a controlled form of…

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A marble statue depicting a pensive Blaise Pascal, the famous French mathematician, physicist, and philosopher, holding a book. The sculpture captures his thoughtful expression, reflecting his contributions to mathematics, particularly in probability theory and the foundations of modern science.

How Mathematics Affects Political Decisions (and Vice Versa)

About the book Mathematics in Politics and Governance by F.J. Aragón-Artacho and…

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A young boy holds the Ukrainian flag during a demonstration, symbolizing resilience and national pride amidst the ongoing conflict. The crowd in the background showcases strong support for Ukraine.

Symbols of Power: Exploring Flags, Colors and Legal Narratives

A Review of Flags, Color, and the Legal Narrative: Public Memory, Identity,…

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Climate rights protest with young activists holding signs advocating for system change and environmental justice.

The Politics of Rights: From Women to the Planet

By redefining vulnerability as dignity, we must expand the notion of rights…

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Supporters of Austria's Identitarian Movement (Identitäre Bewegung), a far-right organization, march through the streets of Vienna carrying a banner that reads "Resistance cannot be banned." The movement is part of the broader radical right network across Europe, advocating for nationalist and anti-immigration policies. Their demonstrations, like the one shown here, aim to resist what they perceive as threats to European identity due to globalization and immigration. These actions have sparked significant controversy and criticism, with many viewing the group’s rhetoric as promoting division and xenophobia.

Books Democracy & Authoritarianism

The Global Rise of the Radical Right: Transnational Alliances

About the book World of the Right: Radical Conservatism and Global Order…

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This visual encapsulates themes often discussed in global children's rights discourses, particularly in the Global South. Here, the intersections between traditional values, social change, and international human rights norms come into focus, as societies balance local realities with broader, global frameworks for protecting children.

Childhood and Rights in the Global South: Plural Intersections

About the book Turning Global Rights into Local Realities: Realizing Children’s Rights…

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The impact of cyber hate on daily life: Two young individuals engage with the digital world, a space that, while fostering connection and learning, has also become a hostile environment where cyberhate thrives. As reliance on technology grows, many, especially young people, are exposed to a wide range of hateful speech that affects their emotional and psychological well-being.

Cyber Hate: Legal, Psychological, and Cultural Insights

A Review of Handbook on Cyber Hate: The Modern Cyber Evil –…

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