Authoritarianism
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Tracking COP27: Notable Moments and Key Themes
As COP27 draws to a close, our tracker provides expert analysis and the latest climate coverage.
Southeast Asia’s Leaders Should Work Toward a Freer Internet
Southeast Asia’s heads have begun to gather in Cambodia for a summit of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), where they will also be joined by other world leaders…
Climate Change Diplomacy Has an Authoritarianism Problem
"[T]he ultimate goal of international climate negotiations is to provide current and future generations with the opportunity to live safe, healthy, prosperous, and dignified lives.…
Global Rule of Law Index: Easing Health Crisis Unmasks Persistent Governance Crisis
"As concerning as the global rule of law trends are, the data from these [post-Soviet] states remind us that there is nothing inevitable about rising authoritarianism."
Countering Iran’s Brand of Digital Authoritarianism
The Iranian government has perfected a sophisticated model of digital authoritarianism to suppress internal dissent.
Why the US Still Can’t Have It All: Biden’s National Security Strategy
The administration risks leaving the US overcommitted and overextended during a period of substantial shifts in the global balance of power.
The Urgency of Sustaining Momentum in the Fight Against Kleptocracy
It fueled Russia's war on Ukraine. Now it's time for democratic societies to address this challenge for the long haul, including at home.
Poland’s Judicial Reform Falls Short of EU Expectations, Complicating Cooperation Against Russia
Pres. Duda’s failure to reverse course on actions that increase tensions and decrease solidarity in Europe weakens their alliance with the US.
In Weaponizing Asylum Seekers, DeSantis & Abbott Unwittingly Demonstrate the Possibility of Safe Transit Policies for Migrants
Ironically, the governors' actions show that the US could implement policies that better reflect the realities of migration - by treating migrants has human beings rather than…
A UN Report Implicates the Chinese Government in Crimes Against Humanity. What Comes Next?
Governments and UN bodies must act swiftly to hold the Chinese government accountable and protect those who are speaking out.
Tunisians, Fed Up With `Non-Delivering Democracy,’ Set to Vote on Retrograde Constitution: Civil Society’s Role
A civic leader says the coming referendum reflects the frustration of citizens who want a democratic system but need economic prosperity too.
US Democracy’s Survival Requires a More Powerful Response to January 6th
Team Trump's shocking efforts to manipulate government institutions to overturn the 2020 election results echo despots abroad.