ColumnGlobal Echo Chambers Aren’t New, and They Aren’t the Problem Alexander ClarksonNov 27, 2024November 27, 2024 Social media has raised concerns about democracies fracturing into “echo chambers.” But echo chambers are neither new nor the problem. Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Email (Opens in new window)
ColumnChina A U.S. Policy of Regime Change in China Will Backfire Mary GallagherNov 26, 2024November 26, 2024 The incoming Trump administration is making regime change in Beijing a major U.S. foreign policy goal. It’s a lose-lose formula. Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Email (Opens in new window)
ColumnMexico Take Trump’s Threats of U.S. Military Action in Mexico Seriously James BosworthNov 25, 2024November 25, 2024 The Trump administration appears on course to launch a military operation into Mexico next year. We need to start preparing for that. Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Email (Opens in new window)
ColumnUnited States Trump’s Return Will Expose American Exceptionalism, Not End It Paul PoastNov 22, 2024November 22, 2024 Trump’s return won’t spell the end of American exceptionalism. It will simply reveal what the U.S. has always been. Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Email (Opens in new window)
ColumnEurope As Trump Returns, a New Cast of European Leaders Is on the Rise Frida GhitisNov 21, 2024November 21, 2024 As a new global reality takes shape during Trump’s second term, Europe’s politics could be shaped by three lesser-known leaders. Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Email (Opens in new window)
ColumnWestern Europe Germany’s Election Campaign Could Get Ugly for Everyone Alexander ClarksonNov 20, 2024November 20, 2024 Germany’s upcoming elections are of existential importance to every party. That could fuel a level of polarization not seen in decades. Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Email (Opens in new window)
ColumnGlobal NGOs Are Shaking Up Human Rights Enforcement Charli CarpenterNov 19, 2024November 19, 2024 With state responses often inadequate, more and more NGOs are stepping up to make sure human rights laws are enforced. Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Email (Opens in new window)
ColumnSouth America Protests in Peru Overshadowed Boluarte’s APEC Summit Wins James BosworthNov 18, 2024November 19, 2024 Hosting an APEC summit should have been an opportunity for Peru. Instead, it was dominated by popular protests raging outside. Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Email (Opens in new window)
ColumnGlobal Global Trends Dictate Domestic Elections More Than We Realize Paul PoastNov 15, 2024November 15, 2024 What was billed as the “year of election” ended up being a clear example of how international events affect domestic political outcomes. Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Email (Opens in new window)
ColumnMexico Mexico Has Leverage Against Trump. Sheinbaum Needs to Use It Frida GhitisNov 14, 2024November 14, 2024 Donald Trump has more to gain by working with Mexico than by trying to intimidate it into submission. President Sheinbaum needs to show him that. Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Email (Opens in new window)
ColumnUnited States Trump’s Chaos Will Do More Global Damage Than His Authoritarianism Alexander ClarksonNov 13, 2024November 13, 2024 Trump will damage U.S. democracy and global stability, but infighting among his coalition is likely to limit his authoritarian reach. Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Email (Opens in new window)
ColumnUnited States For Musk and Tesla, Trump’s Victory Could Be a Double-Edged Sword Mary GallagherNov 12, 2024November 12, 2024 Elon Musk appears to have come out on top with Donald Trump’s election victory. But his car company, Tesla, may not fare so well. Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Email (Opens in new window)
ColumnThe Americas Latin America Can Leverage the Trump Coalition’s Internal Divisions James BosworthNov 11, 2024November 11, 2024 To prepare for the second Trump administration, Latin American leaders need to find allies within the divided Republican coalition. Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Email (Opens in new window)
ColumnUnited States Trump’s Second-Term Foreign Policy Is Still Shrouded in Uncertainty Paul PoastNov 8, 2024November 8, 2024 Trump’s election victory has major implications for U.S. foreign policy, but just what they are remains hard to predict. Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Email (Opens in new window)
ColumnUnited States Trump’s Election Win Reopens a Dark Chapter for the U.S. and the World Judah GrunsteinNov 6, 2024November 6, 2024 Donald Trump thrives on chaos and provocation. During his second term, the world will have to navigate the consequences of both. Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Email (Opens in new window)
ColumnUnited States America’s National Pastime Can Offer a Model of Redemption Alexander ClarksonNov 6, 2024November 6, 2024 Baseball can provide lessons for how the U.S. can overcome the challenges it faces in an age of polarization and populism. Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Email (Opens in new window)
ColumnUnited States The War in Gaza May Be Skewing Polling in the U.S. Election Charli CarpenterNov 5, 2024November 5, 2024 Polls struggle to capture nuanced views. As a result, they may have underestimated support for Kamala Harris in the U.S. presidential election. Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Email (Opens in new window)