China's Internet: Let a Thousand Filters Bloom

Aided by US technology companies, Beijing tightens its control of information flow
Rebecca MacKinnon
June 28, 2005

Double Vision in Beirut

While the West celebrates the rise of democracy, the Lebanese press for independence
Frances Z. Brown
May 12, 2005

A Retreat from Great Europe? – Part II

The EU leaders must inspire their citizens with their vision of a democratic Europe
John Brenkman
June 2, 2005

Is Democracy in the Middle East a Pipedream?

Amidst the first signs of change, longing competes with mistrust of Western democracy
Fawaz Gerges
April 25, 2005

'Wake Up and Face the Flat Earth' – Thomas L. Friedman

In an interview, columnist and author Thomas L. Friedman says globalization has outpaced its critics
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Reality Check for European Union

A French "no" vote on the new constitution would be a blow to the fledgling organization
Jonathan Fenby
April 27, 2005
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Obama Europe Trip

G8 members tackle packed agenda
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Not a Laughing Matter

British royal wedding is off limits for comedy shows
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The Threat to Africa's Fledgling Democracy

Election fraud can be contagious across the continent
Kofi Annan
April 26, 2011

How African Is the Arab Revolution?

Sub-Saharan Africans are keenly aware of the unrest to the north
Khaled Diab
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Jasmine, Mideast and Beyond

Governments that ignore job creation for youths can expect unrest
Nayan Chanda
March 22, 2011
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