All Commentaries
How Will Mexico’s New President Deal with Trump, Migration, and Drug Cartels?
Laura Carlsen discusses how Claudia Sheinbaum will navigate a series of domestic challenges and a changing U.S.-Mexico relationship.
The Transformation of Korean Civil Society
A new book looks at how neoliberalism has shaped the divide between NGOs and social movements in South Korea.
A Global Minimum Wage Would Reduce Poverty and Corporate Power
The rich are growing astronomically richer while poverty reduction has ground to a standstill.
The Never-ending Legacy of the War on Terror
Donald Trump promises to bring the war on terror to the home front in his second term.
The Dutch Choice: Arms Dealers over Students
The Dutch government is joining the EU and NATO in preparing for “self-defense” while telling its academic community to brace for a serious budget cuts.
Is Russia’s Mutual Defense Pact with North Korea Truly Mutual?
The war in Ukraine hampers Russia’s ability to aid its allies.
Saudi Arabia’s Sovereign Wealth Fund Is Another Way for MBS to Consolidate His Power
The mercurial autocrat has singular control over what may soon be the largest sovereign wealth fund in the world.
Bring Back Normalization With Cuba
President Trump’s decision to roll back our opening with Cuba was disastrous. As he takes office again, he should reconsider.
Why Liberals Will Give Two Cheers for Trump
On China, immigration, and the Middle East, Trump’s policies will appeal beyond just his MAGA supporters.
Can the Paris Climate Pact Survive After COP29?
It’s not just Trump that threatens the effort to reduce carbon emissions.