Laboratories of democracy
Why are two opposing legal systems forming in the United States? Philip Rocco on how networks of Democratic and Republican activists are reshaping America at the state level.
In the chamber
What is happening with the U.S. Supreme Court? Christopher W. Schmidt on an unprecedented moment in the history of the American judiciary.
Putin’s dreams
What did he hope to get out of the war? Anatol Lieven on nationalist ambitions, historical narratives, and Moscow’s fraught relationship with the West.
Centrifuge
Why is the far right winning ground in France? Marc Weitzmann on how fear and national trauma are shaping the politics of the Fifth Republic.
Silent majority
Why aren’t non-Western countries joining the sanctions against Russia? Richard Gowan on food, guns, and global uncertainty.
Trouble at town square
Why has Elon Musk’s attempt to buy Twitter provoked such an intense reaction? Gilad Edelman on free speech, content moderation, and the less obvious challenges of social media to public life.
Point of no return
What is Russia losing in Ukraine? Chris Miller on the unplanned consequences of a brutal war of choice.
Body language
Why have U.S. Republicans started accusing their opponents of abusing children? Matt Lewis on the new politics of “grooming.”
Tomorrowland
Why is Disney suddenly at the center of such a fierce cultural fight in the U.S.? Carmenita Higginbotham on the newly polarizing politics of America’s most mainstream entertainment brand.
Return of the Europeans
How is the war in Ukraine altering global power? Moisés Naím on the new dynamics of influence, alliance, and grand strategy.
