The Egyptian dictator demanded his citizens give up freedoms for development. Now they have neither.
America’s War on Immigrants Hurts Its Poorest Citizens, Too
Playing politics with a humanitarian catastrophe eats up resources and erodes the civil rights of everyone, regardless of status.
The Economic Consequences of the War
The conflict in Ukraine Is a disaster for the poor of this planet.
11 Years of War in Syria
What started as an anti-authoritarian uprising became a brutal international proxy war. However many years pass, the solution remains the same.
U.S. Sanctions on Afghanistan Could Be Deadlier Than 20 Years of War
The collective punishment of Afghans is hideously wrong — and the Biden administration can ease it with the stroke of a pen.
A Few Magnificent Things That Happened in 2021
Feeling bleak? Well, 2021 wasn’t all bad — here are a few astounding things ordinary people won at home and abroad.
The Triumph and Tragedy of the Olympic Refugee Team
It’s beautiful that there’s an Olympic team for 82 million displaced people. But have we accepted mass displacement as the new normal?
Can We Demilitarize U.S. Policy in Africa?
The House passed a bill that sounds good, but doesn’t end Washington’s failed, militarized approach or get to root problems.
Zimbabwe’s Unions Declare an End to ‘Business as Usual’
With Zimbabwe’s workers fighting for justice, it’s time for a fundamental rethink of U.S. policy toward the country.
COVID-19, Hunger, and State Violence Are on the Rise in Zimbabwe
In post-coup Zimbabwe, COVID-19 cases are rising along with political repression. Here’s how you can help.