All Commentaries
Solidarity with Ukraine
The Ukraine Solidarity Network believes that the victims of aggression have every right to defend themselves and should receive the support of those who support national self-determination and justice.
The Rise of Self-Hating Politicians
House Republicans, Euroskeptics, Vladimir Putin, and Jair Bolsonaro are the agents of a new kind of political disorder that parallels the chaos of failing states, economic catastrophe, and climate disasters.
Three Amigos or Fair-Weather Friends?
This week’s North American Leaders’ summit is soured by dubious challenges to Mexican food and energy sovereignty
Brazil’s Fascist Right Attacks Lula’s Pro-Worker, Pro-Democracy Agenda
Lula knows better than most how to fight for the interconnected goals of democracy and economic justice. Little did Lula know how soon that fight would come.
American Exceptionalism on Full Display
Russia and the United States both hold themselves above the law and beyond accountability.
British Genocide in Kenya: Time for a Reckoning
No sum can ever wipe out the suffering of the Kenyan people. But British reparations will serve three important functions.
The Future of Korean Democracy
Korea faces the same democratic deficits as other countries–polarized opinion, rising populism, pervasive fake news–just when it needs responsive democracy the most.
The Far Right Is Crazy — Like a Fox
Forget the deplorables and focus instead on the persuadables.
The Crypto-Populist Pyramid Scam
Here’s how to connect Donald Trump and Nayib Bukele to Sam Bankman-Fried and Bored Ape Yacht Club.
Facing Houthi Victory in Yemen, US Changes Tactics
U.S. officials are trying to preserve a truce that has reduced violence and created the possibility for a negotiated settlement to the war.