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#authoritarianism
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

In the global clash between democracy and oligarchy, the US is switching sides | Robert Reich

The balance of power is shifting towards global oligarchies, with the US increasingly aligning itself with Russia and China.
World politics
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Will Human Nature Allow Democracy to Survive?

Democracy's global spread is in decline, with support waning, and authoritarianism gaining ground, indicating that democracy may not be a natural evolution.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

In the global clash between democracy and oligarchy, the US is switching sides | Robert Reich

The balance of power is shifting towards global oligarchies, with the US increasingly aligning itself with Russia and China.
World politics
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Will Human Nature Allow Democracy to Survive?

Democracy's global spread is in decline, with support waning, and authoritarianism gaining ground, indicating that democracy may not be a natural evolution.
more#authoritarianism
#international-relations
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

Trump, the president unraveling US hegemony

Donald Trump's actions are intentionally dismantling America's role in global multilateralism, eroding alliances while prioritizing national interests.
World politics
fromtime.com
5 days ago

The History, and Significance, of the 50th G7 Summit

The upcoming G7 Summit is crucial for addressing trade issues and geopolitical tensions as global dynamics shift.
US politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Trump must step up to deliver promised peace through strength

Trump's second term has increased global war risks due to unqualified appointments and politicization of military leadership.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

Trump, the president unraveling US hegemony

Donald Trump's actions are intentionally dismantling America's role in global multilateralism, eroding alliances while prioritizing national interests.
World politics
fromtime.com
5 days ago

The History, and Significance, of the 50th G7 Summit

The upcoming G7 Summit is crucial for addressing trade issues and geopolitical tensions as global dynamics shift.
US politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Trump must step up to deliver promised peace through strength

Trump's second term has increased global war risks due to unqualified appointments and politicization of military leadership.
more#international-relations
#germany
Germany politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Germany on tenterhooks for Merz's first official meeting with Trump

Friedrich Merz's meeting with Donald Trump could redefine long-term German-American relations against a backdrop of significant global challenges.
Germany politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Germany on tenterhooks for Merz's first official meeting with Trump

Friedrich Merz's meeting with Donald Trump could redefine long-term German-American relations against a backdrop of significant global challenges.
more#germany
#elections
Right-wing politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Trump was once seen as an asset to right-wing populists abroad. No more

Trump's second term is causing a backlash among global populists, transitioning the anticipated 'Trump bump' into a 'Trump slump.'
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago
US Elections

With 72% Of The World Now Living In Autocracies, These Are The Countries Democratic Backsliding The Most

Right-wing politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Trump was once seen as an asset to right-wing populists abroad. No more

Trump's second term is causing a backlash among global populists, transitioning the anticipated 'Trump bump' into a 'Trump slump.'
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago
US Elections

With 72% Of The World Now Living In Autocracies, These Are The Countries Democratic Backsliding The Most

more#elections
#economic-policy
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

World faces new danger of economic denial' in climate fight, Cop30 head says

Climate denial is evolving from rejecting scientific facts to opposing the economic restructuring needed to combat climate change.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

World faces new danger of economic denial' in climate fight, Cop30 head says

Climate denial is evolving from rejecting scientific facts to opposing the economic restructuring needed to combat climate change.
more#economic-policy
#human-rights
World news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Francis' Death Silences a Voice for the Voiceless

Pope Francis' death leaves a significant void in advocacy for migrants and human rights amidst a shifting global political landscape.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Amnesty International says the Trump effect' is accelerating human rights destruction

The Trump administration's policies have significantly escalated the deterioration of human rights globally.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

China tops list of countries trying to silence exiled dissidents over past decade, study shows

Transnational repression has surged globally, with 25% of countries recorded engaging in actions against political exiles.
China, Russia, Turkey, and Egypt are the primary perpetrators of transnational repression, with numerous documented cases.
fromAeon
3 weeks ago
philosophy

A philosophical view of our ethical obligations to refugees | Aeon Essays

World news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Francis' Death Silences a Voice for the Voiceless

Pope Francis' death leaves a significant void in advocacy for migrants and human rights amidst a shifting global political landscape.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Amnesty International says the Trump effect' is accelerating human rights destruction

The Trump administration's policies have significantly escalated the deterioration of human rights globally.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

China tops list of countries trying to silence exiled dissidents over past decade, study shows

Transnational repression has surged globally, with 25% of countries recorded engaging in actions against political exiles.
China, Russia, Turkey, and Egypt are the primary perpetrators of transnational repression, with numerous documented cases.
fromAeon
3 weeks ago
philosophy

A philosophical view of our ethical obligations to refugees | Aeon Essays

more#human-rights
#brexit
more#brexit
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Energy bills set to fall for millions of households within months

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and updates on household energy cost reductions.
#diplomacy
World politics
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

The Irish Independent's View: Parochial politics have no place while a global crisis plays out

Ireland must engage with US president Donald Trump, despite opposition distractions, to navigate shifting global politics.
World politics
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

The Irish Independent's View: Parochial politics have no place while a global crisis plays out

Ireland must engage with US president Donald Trump, despite opposition distractions, to navigate shifting global politics.
more#diplomacy
#catholic-church
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Pope Francis: funeral of the Pontiff attracts 160,000 as Donald Trump and Micheal Martin among world leaders in the Vatican

Pope Francis consistently advocated for peace amid global conflicts, emphasizing the destructive nature of war and the need for dialogue.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

An American has become pope. Will he be the moral leader we desperately need? | Arwa Mahdawi

The election of Robert Prevost as the first American pope draws mixed reactions, highlighting concerns about U.S. influence in the Vatican.
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Pope Francis: funeral of the Pontiff attracts 160,000 as Donald Trump and Micheal Martin among world leaders in the Vatican

Pope Francis consistently advocated for peace amid global conflicts, emphasizing the destructive nature of war and the need for dialogue.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

An American has become pope. Will he be the moral leader we desperately need? | Arwa Mahdawi

The election of Robert Prevost as the first American pope draws mixed reactions, highlighting concerns about U.S. influence in the Vatican.
more#catholic-church
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Xi hails confident' China-Russia ties as Putin welcomes dear friend' to Kremlin

China and Russia reinforce their partnership amidst global challenges, emphasizing friendship and collaboration for a multipolar world.
US Elections
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Trump electoral 'kiss of death' is just more Democrat wishful thinking

The narrative that Trump's influence is causing conservative party failures is oversimplified and dismisses the success of global populist movements.
#trump-administration
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

How Trump's foreign policy is reshaping the world order

European leaders reacted quickly to the Trump-Zelenskyy debacle with a defense initiative to bolster EU military capabilities.
The U.S. under Trump is shifting its foreign policy alignment towards Russia, impacting global geopolitical dynamics.
France politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

250 years after saving America's bacon, French have little taste for what Trump dishes out

Trump's America has left many French citizens feeling sad, wary, and disillusioned about the U.S.-France relationship.
US news
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Donald Trump, NATO, And The Market For Kids' Desks - Above the Law

Each generation confronts its own fears; today's fears include active shooter drills in schools and shifting global defense dynamics.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

How Trump's foreign policy is reshaping the world order

European leaders reacted quickly to the Trump-Zelenskyy debacle with a defense initiative to bolster EU military capabilities.
The U.S. under Trump is shifting its foreign policy alignment towards Russia, impacting global geopolitical dynamics.
France politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

250 years after saving America's bacon, French have little taste for what Trump dishes out

Trump's America has left many French citizens feeling sad, wary, and disillusioned about the U.S.-France relationship.
US news
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Donald Trump, NATO, And The Market For Kids' Desks - Above the Law

Each generation confronts its own fears; today's fears include active shooter drills in schools and shifting global defense dynamics.
more#trump-administration
#nato
more#nato
#china
Europe politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Opinion: Who will pick up the global leadership America has abandoned?

The U.S. is retracting its global leadership, leading Europe and China to adapt their roles in international affairs in different ways.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
US news

China Responds to Trump Tariffs With Defiant Propaganda Clip Comparing Making a Deal to Drinking Poison to Quench Thirst'

Europe politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Opinion: Who will pick up the global leadership America has abandoned?

The U.S. is retracting its global leadership, leading Europe and China to adapt their roles in international affairs in different ways.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
US news

China Responds to Trump Tariffs With Defiant Propaganda Clip Comparing Making a Deal to Drinking Poison to Quench Thirst'

more#china
fromIndependent
1 month ago

David W Higgins: Ireland might not care for Catholic social teaching any more, but Pope Francis showed how far it can move the dial

If his predecessors' impact on global politics is a guide, the next pontiff has huge potential to shape the global debate on issues such as AI and the dignity of work.
Europe news
#donald-trump
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Trump has utterly changed the rules of engagement. World leaders must learn this and quickly | Simon Tisdall

The global situation is dire, marked by distrust and moral decay, influenced significantly by Donald Trump's leadership.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Trump and Francis Had Sharply Different Views, and Sharp Disagreements

Pope Francis and Trump exemplified contrasting leadership styles shaped by differing priorities on immigration and global issues.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Trump has utterly changed the rules of engagement. World leaders must learn this and quickly | Simon Tisdall

The global situation is dire, marked by distrust and moral decay, influenced significantly by Donald Trump's leadership.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Trump and Francis Had Sharply Different Views, and Sharp Disagreements

Pope Francis and Trump exemplified contrasting leadership styles shaped by differing priorities on immigration and global issues.
more#donald-trump
UK news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Who Is Attending Pope Francis' Funeral? Guests Include Prince Williams, Trump and More

Pope Francis' funeral will gather world leaders, reflecting his global influence and challenging history with some attendees.
#trump
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

Trump and Zelensky's Meeting Ended in Disaster. Now What?

Trump's confrontation with Zelensky raises doubts about U.S. support for Ukraine and the future of global politics.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

For Russia, Trump-Putin call marks Moscow's return to the world stage

Putin declines full ceasefire, offers partial truce, indicates Russia's renewed influence in global affairs and U.S.-Russia cooperation on international issues.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

Trump and Zelensky's Meeting Ended in Disaster. Now What?

Trump's confrontation with Zelensky raises doubts about U.S. support for Ukraine and the future of global politics.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

For Russia, Trump-Putin call marks Moscow's return to the world stage

Putin declines full ceasefire, offers partial truce, indicates Russia's renewed influence in global affairs and U.S.-Russia cooperation on international issues.
more#trump
Canada news
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Eavan Murray: How new Canadian prime minister and 'Mayo man' Carney was in our corner during dark days after bust

Mark Carney believes his Irish heritage significantly influences his identity and leadership style.
US Elections
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

Even Your Hobbies Aren't Safe From Trump's Tariff Chaos

Hobbies are impacted by global politics, particularly through tariffs affecting trade and industry.
The uncertainty from tariff policies creates chaos for small businesses and brings pain to consumers.
US politics
The world is currently experiencing the Age of Vladimir Putin, characterized by his significant influence on global politics and democracies.
Mental health
fromTruthout
3 months ago

After an Ex-IDF Soldier's Threats, Anti-Palestinian Racism Left Me Unprotected

The author critiques the suppression of discussion surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in academic settings.
US Elections
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

How COVID Pushed a Generation of Young People to the Right

Recent polling indicates young voters in America and Europe are moving towards far-right political parties, a notable shift from their previous progressive stances.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Only Zelenskyy can negotiate for Ukraine, Macron says, as Trump pushes for peace talks at security summit Europe live

Macron warns against any peace deal with Russia that implies Ukrainian capitulation, emphasizing that the Ukrainian president should negotiate.
World news
fromWashington Post
5 months ago

China's Xi addresses economic challenges, threatens Taiwan in New Year speech

Xi Jinping's New Year's address conveys confidence in China's economy despite significant challenges and external threats, particularly regarding Taiwan.
Miscellaneous
from24/7 Wall St.
6 months ago

Two Countries That Would Love to Overtake the US Military

The strength of a military depends significantly on various factors such as readiness, training, strategy, and budget allocation.
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

Trump's Allies Go Global: Make Argentina Great Again'

The Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) is going global, trying to unite right-wing parties and politicians worldwide by creating a political import-export business.
Digital life
fromwww.dw.com
6 months ago

Barack Obama to present Merkel's book 'Freedom' in the US DW 12/01/2024

Despite the rocky relationship at first, Obama and Merkel developed a strong bond based on mutual respect and understanding, culminating in Obama calling her his closest ally.
US Elections
Left-wing politics
fromWashington Post
6 months ago

Column | Biden drifts off the world stage at Brazil's G-20

Biden's G20 absence emphasized his lame duck status as Trump readies to reverse his climate policies.
Biden's Amazon visit marked both a celebration of environmental progress and a foreshadowing of challenges ahead.
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