Sublime

If colonialism constituted the first phase of contemporary African history, and the era of decolonization and the Cold War the second, modern Africa is now in its third phase. There has been some European, American, and, increasingly, Chinese investment in infrastructure and minerals. And there is periodic terrorism. But again, the continent is mor

the data convincingly show that the net result was fewer jobs for Americans with disabilities.

As the monopoly on violence enjoyed by the “bigger battalions” breaks down, one of the first results to be expected is increasing prosperity for organized crime. Organized crime, after all, provides the main competition to nation-states in employing violence for predatory purposes. Although it is impolite to say so, it should not be forgotten, as p

a well-constructed welfare state can distribute education and nutrition more widely. The individuals supported by this state are not only better off, but they are more likely to be productive and pay taxes, and they are less likely to overturn public order. Other benefits of redistribution stem from political improvements. Social welfare programs c

That is why breaking the cycle of violence, restoring hope, reforming education, and isolating vulnerable populations from jihadist ideology are essential to defeating those who foment hatred to justify violence against innocents. It is also why strategic empathy and, in particular, the effort to understand how emotion and ideology drive and constr

Finding an Interested Ally

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