So far Ireland has rejected the toxic political rhetoric of far-right nationalism and Euroscepticism – but elsewhere in Europe that populist dogma is spreading.
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Be Wary of American Interest in Venezuela
US recognition of Juan Guaidó as the Venezuelan president, an action in stark contrast with the Trump administration’s typical anti-interventionist stance, should be treated with a healthy dose of skepticism to avoid pitfalls of the past.
Thank you, Stan Lee.
A short thank you to Stan Lee, the face of Marvel Comics.
The Repeal the 8th campaign should inspire the fight against the housing crisis
Using the campaign to Repeal the 8th as a blueprint for success, we can enact a real and comprehensive revision of our unfair housing system.
In the Age of Trump, We Need New Superheroes
As America’s international prestige diminishes and its national identity becomes more exclusionary for the first time in decades, we should revisit the pages of comic books and those early adventures of Superman and Captain America for inspiration.
#VoteYes
On May the 25th, 2018, Ireland will make history as its citizens go to the polls to decide whether or not to remove the controversial 8th amendment from its national constitution.
The Frustration of Kanye West
With such a powerful platform, Kanye West can make legitimate points that question the status quo and open the lines of communication for a wider conversation about race in America.
Quote of the Week – Mark Twain
Twain held staunchly anti-imperialist views that opposed the expanding reach of American hegemony beginning in the late 1800s.
POLITICO Piece – Ex-British PM: West needs its ‘democratic mojo’ back
Former British Prime Minister David Cameron says the West needs to rediscover its “democratic mojo”.
The End of History? China’s Trilateral Triumph
The Great Recession represented two decisive starting points; the beginning of the end for Western hegemony, and the exorbitant rise of China.
