Protesters in Chicago march under the banner “No Kings,” rejecting authoritarianism in the U.S. and warning against a political trajectory that echoes Beijing’s crackdown on Hong Kong.
Analysis & Theories

Is the US Using Beijing’s Authoritarian Playbook?

The dismantling of freedoms in Hong Kong offers a cautionary parallel for the United States' own democratic backsliding.

By
Michael Davis
31 Min Read
Gao Feng, China's Special Representative for Arctic Affairs
The Thinking Line

How Obsession with China Warps U.S. Arctic Policy

U.S. Arctic policy has fallen prey to anti-China paranoia, distorting research, silencing dissent, and turning cooperation into confrontation.

By
Barry Scott Zellen
16 Min Read

Top Review

Protesters in Chicago march under the banner “No Kings,” rejecting authoritarianism in the U.S. and warning against a political trajectory that echoes Beijing’s crackdown on Hong Kong.

Is the US Using Beijing’s Authoritarian Playbook?

The dismantling of freedoms in Hong Kong offers a cautionary parallel for…

By
Michael Davis
31 Min Read

Top Writers

Amir Mojtahedi 1 Article
Researcher in Security and Diplomacy Studies at Shiraz University

Latest Stories

A large crowd of people participating in a Catalonian independence protest, marching through city streets and waving numerous Catalan flags, advocating for political rights and independence from Spain.
Human Rights

Political Rights vs. Constitutional Law: The Catalan Crisis

The Catalan case illustrates the tensions and conflicts that arise when regional…

16 Min Read
A group of protestors is holding signs and banners during a demonstration for fair wages. The signs read "WE ARE WORTH MORE!", "STRIKE $15", and "FIGHT FOR $15". They are advocating for a minimum wage increase to $15 per hour. This image captures their collective call for recognition of their value and the need for fair compensation in the workplace. Photo by Bob Simpson (CC BY-NC-SA)
BooksAnalysis & Theories

Healing Divides: The Power of Recognition in Social Justice

Michèle Lamont’s Seeing Others offers a compelling examination of how recognizing the…

24 Min Read
Secularism-Artists Pawan Shukla and Veer Chandra, with the help of common people, created a 35-foot high map of India from 2.5 tons of iron. After 101 days of protests, the Delhi police removed materials put up by the protesters over the last 101 days, including artistic banners, this large standing map of India, and a model of the India Gate. This creative expression from the Global South highlights the region's unity and resilience.
BooksPolitics & Religion

Rethinking Secularism from the Global South

About the book "Secularism as Misdirection: Critical Thought from the Global South"…

12 Min Read
A group of Rohingya refugees, with a woman in a green headscarf prominently in the foreground. The image highlights the plight of the Rohingya people, a minority group from Myanmar, many of whom have sought refuge in neighboring countries. They face significant challenges, including limited legal protection and uncertain living conditions.
Politics & Religion

Legal Protections for Religious Diversity: Gaps and Challenges

The legal protection of religious diversity has evolved over centuries, reflecting diverse…

26 Min Read
War in Syria has caused massive home destruction
BooksCulture & Politics

Architecture and Domicide in Syria’s War

About Domicide: Architecture, War and the Destruction of Home in Syria by…

11 Min Read
The Citizens United decision has substantially amplified the power of wealthy donors in American politics.
The Politics Brief

Citizens United: Impact of Wealthy Donors and Dark Money

The effectiveness of legislative efforts to curb dark money, the role of…

14 Min Read
Night view of the vibrant, colorfully lit Friendship Archway in Chinatown, Washington DC, symbolizing People's Diplomacy, bustling with pedestrians and cars.
BooksAnalysis & Theories

Rethinking U.S.-China Relations Through People’s Diplomacy

The book tells many stories in which Americans and Chinese promoted people’s…

9 Min Read
In the image, a woman wearing a black burqa is sitting on a white, rocky surface. This visual contrast highlights the tensions between religious traditions and the concept of secularism, which seeks the separation of religion and state, promoting a society where individual beliefs do not interfere with public governance or civil rights.
BooksPolitics & Religion

France’s Secularism: Navigating Security and Rights

About the book by Raphael Cohen-Almagor, "The Republic, Secularism and Security: France…

9 Min Read
The image shows two foxes being carried on the backs of two people. These foxes were rescued from Ukrainian fur farms, highlighting a significant issue regarding the ethical treatment of animals. In discussing the interconnection of human and animal rights, we can use the "One Rights" framework. This approach combines principles of human rights and animal rights, advocating for the welfare and rights of all beings, irrespective of species. It emphasizes the intrinsic value of all life forms and argues for the extension of ethical considerations typically reserved for humans to all animals. This perspective is essential in cases like these, where the exploitation of animals for commercial purposes, such as fur farming, raises serious moral and ethical concerns. The One Rights framework supports the notion that humans have a responsibility to protect and respect the lives of animals, aligning with broader ethical principles of fairness, compassion, and respect for life.
Environment & Animals

One Rights: Integrating Human and Animal Rights

The One Rights paradigm offers a transformative approach to justice, emphasizing the…

16 Min Read
According to neuroscience, liberals and conservatives show differences in brain regions, with liberals having a larger anterior cingulate cortex and conservatives having a larger right amygdala.
BooksAnalysis & Theories

The Neuroscience of Political Behavior

"The Political Brain" stands out as a significant work in political science,…

13 Min Read
Claudia Sheinbaum es científica, ex jefa de gobierno de la Ciudad de México y miembro fundadora del Movimiento de Regeneración Nacional (Morena), el partido populista de izquierda creado por Andrés Manuel López Obrador (AMLO) es la actual presidente.
Political Opinion

Violence and Democratic Erosion: The Future of Mexico

Mexico’s future will largely depend on the new government’s ability to balance…

8 Min Read
Front view of the U.S. Supreme Court building, featuring its iconic columns and grand steps, with a few people walking and standing in the foreground. The Supreme Court is key in interpreting unenumerated rights.
BooksPolitical History

Unenumerated Rights Through Constitutional Enumeration

Baby Ninth Amendments: How Americans Embraced Unenumerated Rights and Why It Matters…

13 Min Read
Four men stand together, with one in the center displaying the words "Patria y Vida" written across his bare chest. The image evokes the spirit of the song "Patria y Vida," which has become an anthem of resistance against the Cuban dictatorship. Their serious expressions and dark clothing underline the song's powerful message and the unity of Cubans in their fight for freedom and justice.
Culture & Politics

Patria y Vida: Challenging Cuban Dictatorship Through Art

Patria y Vida exemplifies the transformative power of music and culture in…

27 Min Read
Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Canada, featuring the Peace Tower, a symbol of Canadian federalism and the seat of the federal government.
BooksAnalysis & Theories

Federalism in the 21st Century: Theory, Practice, Challenges

About the book: 'Advanced Introduction to Federalism' by Alain-G. Gagnon and Arjun…

30 Min Read
March for animal rights and human rights, understood as one shared struggle.
Environment & Animals

Ethical and Practical Arguments for Animal Rights

By adopting a framework that encompasses both human and animal rights, we…

14 Min Read

DON’T MISS AN ARTICLE

We don’t spam! Read our privacy policy for more info.