What to Make of the Iranian Revolution 40 Years Later
As relations between the U.S. and Iran grow increasingly fraught, looking back at one of the watershed moments in the countries shared history.
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Viewfinder: Commemorating the Violent End of Ukraine's Revolution
An activist pays tribute at a memorial for the more than 100 Maidan activists who were killed during the 2014 Ukranian revolution, at a memorial event near Independence Square in Kiev, Ukraine, on February 20th, 2019.
Is Nicaragua Headed Toward Regime Change?
Significant political protests have put President Daniel Ortega on uncertain political ground for the first time in over a decade.
What's Behind the Political Unrest in Venezuela?
Bombastic politicians, international isolation, and an over-dependence on oil have led the Maduro government to a point of no return.
Asia Watches as Taiwan's Democracy Falters
Student protests in one of Asia’s most stable democracies are facing violent police crackdown. The effects could echo throughout the region.
The Gun Club: On the History of Citizen Ownership of Firearms
The history of citizen ownership of firearms isn’t just about protection against tyranny; it’s also about forcing subjects to defend tyranny.
Predicting How China Will React To Protests
The author of 'China in the 21st Century: What Everyone Needs to Know' doffs his oracular hat when asked to predict how China will react tomorrow to a whiff of Jasmine Revolution today.
Open Letter to Organizers of Egypt’s Uprising
In an open letter to the organizers of Egypt’s uprising, international studies professor (and ethnic Egyptian) Nivien Saleh suggests a tool for crafting real democracy.