No, the war in Afghanistan isn't a hopeless stalemate
A strategy to shut down Taliban safe havens in Pakistan could bring the war to an end.
May 10, 2018
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Politics
Ohio voters make conservative choices in governor's primary – picking DeWine, Cordray
In this Speed Read, a political scientist from Ohio State University ponders an ideological shift in the May 8 gubernatorial…
May 8, 2018
602
If Trump's foreign policy gambles fail, history suggests his reaction could be dangerous
Many presidents have upended US foreign policy. Carter gave up the Panama Canal. Bush waged war on Iraq. What matters most,…
May 8, 2018
747
Ending sexual assault in youth detention centers
Research reveals that the factors that put youth at risk of sexual assault while in custody are significantly different…
May 8, 2018
637
Spotting the political calculus behind some acts of corporate charity
Big business influences politicians in many ways. One little-recognized channel is the money companies and their foundations…
May 7, 2018
1036
Should we celebrate Karl Marx on his 200th birthday?
A scholar of literary radicalism asks whether Marx's writings are at all relevant to the world's struggles with…
May 4, 2018
651
Highrise fire in Brazil spotlights city's housing crisis and the squatter movement it spawned
Hundreds of homeless people were living in an abandoned police headquarters in São Paulo when a massive fire broke out…
May 4, 2018
640
Unearthed mummy recalls an Iran before the ayatollahs
A mummy unearthed during construction in Iran may be the body of a former shah. For the Islamic regime, the discovery is…
May 4, 2018
607
The world's nuclear energy watchdogs: 4 questions answered
Who do you call when there's a nuclear crisis? The International Atomic Energy Agency, unless the crisis involves North…
May 4, 2018
645
As Israel turns 70, many young American Jews turn away
As Israel approaches the 70th anniversary of its establishment, many older American Jews will be celebrating. Many younger…
May 3, 2018
601
10 years after, Cyclone Nargis still holds lessons for Myanmar
One hundred and forty thousand people died when a major hurricane hit Myanmar in 2008. Would the country be better prepared…
May 2, 2018
659
Nicaragua protests threaten an authoritarian regime that looked like it might never fall
For 11 years, Daniel Ortega's regime has been unshakable. But Nicaragua's autocratic leader is vulnerable after…
May 2, 2018
731
Why top US universities have law schools but not police schools
The demise of the first academic department dedicated to policing at the University of California has left unanswered questions…
May 1, 2018
607
Will Trump's ire force Montana’s Senator Tester away from political center?
Democratic Senator Jon Tester of Montana has a moderate image in a state that doesn't often elect Democrats. But as…
May 1, 2018
660
Central American migrant caravan stopped at US border: 5 essential reads
Some 200 Central Americans who fled violence at home want to apply for asylum in the US. Trump says they're 'not…
May 1, 2018
653
Why Venezuelans are some of the unhappiest people in the world
Venezuela – once known for its friendly people, oil wealth and beauty queens – ranks 102nd of 156 countries surveyed…
May 1, 2018
559
The goal in Korea should be peace and trade – not unification
You have to walk before you can run, and baby steps are the best way forward in Korea.
April 30, 2018
601
Black employees in the service industry pay an emotional tax at work
Three studies found that customers and managers rate black employee performance lower than white employees because they're…
April 30, 2018
608
Want to understand gun owners? Watch their videos
Here's a challenge for gun control proponents: Watch 100 videos made by gun owners and gun rights advocates. One scholar…
April 27, 2018
639
Pompeo confirmation makes Mideast war more likely
The new secretary of state once called the Iran nuclear deal 'unconscionable.' If he supports Trump's instinct…
April 26, 2018
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