Bendjedid was used, abused and then basically discarded when his services were no longer needed.
Algerians Shed Few Tears for Deceased President Chadli Bendjedid
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Democracy & Governance
Looking for Leadership on Internet Privacy
In October 2011, Twitter user and Occupy Wall Street activist Malcolm Harris was charged with a petty crime while attending an Occupy protest on the Brooklyn Bridge. Despite the minor nature of the alleged infraction—the maximum punishment at stake was a fine of $250 or 15 days in jail—the prosecution demanded that Twitter provide information regarding Harris’ contacts, tweets, and locations derived from IP address logs.
Business as Usual in the Congo
When the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI) of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) confirmed Joseph Kabila as winner of the presidential election of 28 November 2011, the West proved reluctant to accept the election results. But scarcely a year later, the West is intent to turn the page on the matter and return to “business as usual” with Kabila’s reformed government—but at what cost?
Balkan Blues
As one travels south into the lands of the former Ottoman Empire, the blues became more and more significant in both architecture and music.
Off-Topic: The Presidential Debate — Does Aggressiveness Play With Swing Voters?
Like conservatives, progressives like to see their candidates in attack mode.
Belgrade: Gritty City
With Serbia, first impressions can be deceiving.
Washington’s Problem in the Middle East: Policy, Not Personality
For decades U.S. presidents have shown a willingness to hold hands with just about anyone for the price of oil.
Permanent Statehood at Last for Somalia?
As the classic modern-day failed state, Somalia seems to be finally sailing out of the rough seas of ongoing conflicts and endless political instability on which it has been floating for so long. The Transitional Federal Government (TFG) of Somalia, which was temporarily set up eight years ago to transition the country into permanent statehood, came to an end earlier this month.
Khaled Meshal and Hamas Go Their Separate Ways
In order to respond to overwhelming Israeli power, Palestinians need political managers skilled in statecraft, not charismatic leaders who inevitably become corrupt autocrats.
Japan v. China: Smoke or Fire?
Could Japan and China — the number two and three largest economies in the world — really get into a punch-out over five tiny islands covering less than four square miles?