In post-coup Zimbabwe, COVID-19 cases are rising along with political repression. Here’s how you can help.
Our Last Decade to Get Climate Right
In the climate talks to come, we need more youth, indigenous, and civil society groups — and fewer oil companies.
Congress Needs to Support African-led Solutions in Zimbabwe
Progressive legislators can help Zimbabwe embrace African-led solutions to poverty and corruption that put people ahead of corporations.
Engaging North Korea Successfully on Human Rights
Despite a generally abysmal human rights record, North Korea has shown improvement in one specific area: disability rights.
Who’s a ‘Bad Jew’?
Progressive Jewish groups are rising to criticize the Israeli occupation and fight fundamentalism in both Israel and the West.
Africa’s Success Story
Diamond-rich Botswana avoided the dreaded resource curse and established a prosperous, stable democracy. But political turmoil has begun to roil the traditionally placid society.
The Philippine People Are Under Attack from Washington — and Their Own Government
A tribunal this year uncovered grave violations against the human, economic, and cultural rights of Filipinos by Washington and their own leaders.
Belarus Brings Back Forced Labor for ‘Social Parasites’
Even as the U.S. and Europe reach out to Belarus amid tensions with Russia, the country is resurrecting controversial Soviet-era policies.
Russia’s Stolen Future
Under increasing pressure from Moscow, Russia’s civil society activists are fleeing the country in alarming numbers.
Poland’s Uncivil Society
When it came to power in Poland, Solidarity liquidated all the citizens’ committees, which were composed of everyone from workers to university professors.