The Geopolitics of Women
America, coming out of World War II less scathed than most, was able to drag its feet on changing gender roles.
Political Theory
Democrats, Republicans Could Change Places
The next party realignment could see Democrats become more pro-market than Republicans.
Partition Is Not the Answer to Iraq’s Problems
Splitting the country in three wouldn’t make Iraq more governable. What it needs is different leadership.
Culture, Power, Geopolitics: How All Three Explain Us
Geert Hofstede’s cultural dimensions theory helps us understand why states behave the way they do.
Donald Trump and the Strongman’s Temptation
Like strongmen everywhere, the Republican promises to deliver greatness through the sheer force of his personality.
Middle-Class Americans Need a New Deal
A middle-class life is out of reach for too many Americans.
The Geopolitics of Cities: Past, Present and Future
Urbanization will make governing much more complicated, but potentially better if done right.
How Did “the” Party Decide on Trump?
Donald Trump seems to defy the theory that “the party decides” presidential contests. How did he do it?
Britain’s “Remain” Side Doesn’t Need More Passion
Passion is not what persuades voters.
The Origins of Brazil’s Political Dysfunction
Brazil’s paralysis can be traced back to the end of the military dictatorship. But the roots go much deeper.
Putin’s Russia Is Taking a Dangerous Turn
Russia’s economic and foreign-policy crises are testing a system that feeds on national emergencies to the limit.
Europe’s Social Democrats Can Learn from Canada
Canada’s Liberals have aligned themselves with the socially liberal middle class and won.
Professors Confuse Right Wing for Authoritarian
Britons who want a small state and a “strong” foreign policy are not susceptible to authoritarianism.
Why the Rules Matter and Why They Don’t
Delegate rules may have helped Donald Trump so far; his supporters will still cry foul when they no longer do.
Trump’s Supporters Want to Be Told What to Do
Many of the businessman’s supporters are looking for a savior who doesn’t care what other people think.