Myanmar Ousts Rising Political Star

Ouster of Shwe Mann suggests that Myanmar’s military leaders are in control, setting strict limits on reforms
Bertil Lintner
August 18, 2015

Power Transitions in Saudi Arabia Spell Changes in the Middle East

King Salman’s first six months introduce uncertainty in an already turbulent Middle East
Bruce Riedel
July 2, 2015

Divided Europe Mired in Crises

Europe seeks influence, yet fails to strengthen institutions to stabilize economic and regional security
Chris Miller
March 17, 2015

Germany’s Nationalist Movement Rides on a Wave of Islamophobia

Muslims have become easy scapegoat for economic worries in Germany – and elsewhere in Europe
Frank Griffel
January 29, 2015

Encyclopedias: The Truths du Jour

Encyclopedias tend to shrink the past, revealing a society’s limited understanding of the world
Immanuel Wallerstein
January 20, 2015

Arms and Men: Technology’s Shadow Over Democracy

As modern war relies on technology more than manpower, citizens in democracies should be vigilan
John Ferejohn and Frances Rosenbluth
December 9, 2014