Impersonation is as old as war itself.
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The Sources of Japanese Resilience
One day, when it comes to ‘democratic exceptionalism’, we may think ‘Japan’ not ‘the US’. Why? The answer is resilience.
Amazon Is Busting Democracy, Not Just Unions
Plutocracy is not just bad for democracy. It harms workers, too. We deserve better.
Trump Tariffs: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
President-elect Trump has promised to usher in wide-ranging ‘beautiful’ tariffs in 2025, but there is no lipstick that can make the pig
Once Again, It Was the Economy, Stupid
The economy played a critical role in the 2024 presidential race.
What Will Trump’s Victory Mean for the Climate?
On climate and especially environmental policy, the return of Donald Trump to the White House is clearly bad news.
Harris or Chaos
While Donald Trump promises stability through authoritarian control, he would instead deliver unprecedented chaos and social disorder.
The Biodiversity Crisis Is a Security Crisis
If left unaddressed, biodiversity loss will accelerate climate change and amplify its consequences, contributing to more natural disasters
How China Is Preparing for America’s Next President
China is girding itself for a long-term adversarial relationship with the US, regardless of who is America’s next president.
Who Needs a New Economic Paradigm?
Demand for new economic paradigms is fast outrunning supply.
America’s Protectionist Policies Are Backfiring
The US and its allies would be wise to abandon unilateralism and pursue coordinated multilateral measures.
The Debt That Shall Not Be Named
Neither presidential candidate wants to address the national debt. But as president, they must.
Where Is the War in Ukraine Heading?
With Russian President Vladimir Putin’s war of aggression against Ukraine now well into its third year, there are mounting questions about
A New Trilemma Haunts the World Economy
Can the world simultaneously address climate change, alleviate poverty, and boost the middle class? Maybe not, but it is worth trying.
The US Election Will Overturn Europe’s Strategic Status Quo
Europe needs to take control of its own strategic destiny no matter who wins the US election in November.
Would Harris or Trump Be Better for the World Economy?
A major uncertainty looming over the global economy is who will be the next US president.
The Dollar Is Everyone’s Problem
In recent decades, the US Federal Reserve’s monetary policy disproportionately affected emerging-market and developing economies.
How to Create More Good Jobs
In many countries, innovation and good jobs have become increasingly concentrated in a few places.
The Factors Behind US Investor Confidence
US stock markets have remained bullish in the face of deepening domestic and international risks, owing to three key factors. But with two
Why Are Stocks, Gold, and the Dollar Surging?
The US stock market has been on a tear over the past two years.
Can Democracy Win in 2024?
By the end of this historic election year, we will have a clearer idea of democratic leaders’ ability to convince voters that the system
Britain’s “Change Election” Changes Nothing
The Labour Party, campaigning on change, secured a historic victory in the United Kingdom’s general election.
Ending the Protectionist Scourge Would Benefit All
Protectionism these days is popular. It is also wrong. Free trade can remain a pathway to increased prosperity for all.
What Climate-Vulnerable Developing Countries Need Right Now
A problem as unprecedentedly large and destructive as climate change demands bold new thinking and urgent action.