International pressure and shifting global norms may encourage Latin American governments to make urban development more inclusive and peaceful.
Category: Politics & Society
A Conversation with Angie Bryan
A conversation with Angie Bryan about her 25 years in the U.S. Foreign Service.
“No Fly No Buy”and the Second Amendment
So long as the Second Amendment is in place, it is impossible to implement many “common sense” gun laws; lawmakers’ hands are tied because having gun ownership considered a “right” rather than a “privilege” supersedes any logical bill regarding firearms.
The Dalai Lama’s visit to Europe is more important than his Trump impression
The Dalai Lama should be commended for his mockery of Trump, but he and his hosts should also be recognized for their bravery in taking on the great red bully in addition to the great orange one.
Why Did Donald Trump Defend Stop-and-Frisk?
If Donald Trump is really only referring to the “practice” of Terry stops, and not discussing its application, then his proposal to “do stop-and-frisk” is completely meaningless.
Chronicle of a Failed Peace
Judging by the content of the deal, the political entities involved and the region’s geopolitical history, Santos’ peace was doomed to fail.
Reincar-Nation: Hinduism in American Society
The Hindu tradition and community may be more deeply entrenched in American culture than it first appears.
Broken Windows and Bill Bratton
Bill Bratton was synonymous with the broken windows theory, and he was able to evolve his style of police as our understanding of the theory changed.
The Dangers of Staying Silent
Lack of political discourse between people poses a danger to American democracy and furthers polarization.
Reconsidering Terror Watch Lists
While the list does have some problems, the benefits of surveilling potential terrorists far outweighs the harms posed by it, especially considering that being on the list itself is not a crime.