Illiberal populists all over the world are benefiting from three simultaneous backlashes.
Trump and the Transformation of Politics
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The Globalization of Trump
Looking for a place to escape from President Trump? You’re running out of options.
Keep Elites Accountable, But Don’t Dumb the Issues Down
Complex global challenges require committed activists who stand on principle as well as experts on the inside who can play the political game.
Khizr Khan’s Son Sacrificed His Life for a War That Never Should’ve Happened
Clinton’s rhetoric on the Muslim world might be friendlier than Trump’s, but her record is much bloodier.
The Myth of Trump’s Alternative Worldview
Trump’s foreign policy isn’t an alternative to U.S. empire. It’s just a cruder rendition of it.
Russia Hacks the World
Some see Putin’s Russia as a counterweight to U.S. global meddling. But Moscow is increasingly mimicking Washington’s worst behavior.
Both Parties Are Playing the Mexico Card
From immigration to the drug war, there’s a lot that needs fixing in the U.S.-Mexico relationship. But border walls, hate speech, and deportations won’t do it.
The Surprising Popularity of Military Coups
The attempted military coup in Turkey and the possibility of a President Trump may have more Americans considering the military option.
A Preview of The Coming War on China
Noted journalist John Pilger talks about China, Okinawa, and U.S. policy in Asia.
From Brexit in the UK to Austerity in Spain, Europe is on the Edge
European elites are blaming “stupid” voters for turning against an economic system that hasn’t worked for them.