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Why Georgia Has Erupted in Protest

Ghia Nodia

The country is at risk of collapsing into a full Russian autocracy, and Georgians understand it as a make-or-break moment. The strength and resolve of the country’s civil society will decide the outcome.

Why Iran Is Entering a Dangerous Moment

Mohammad Ayatollahi Tabaar

The country’s recent elections revealed deep fissures in Iranian society and there is already growing disillusionment with the new president. With mounting economic worries, Iran is in a volatile state.

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The Rebirth of the Liberal World Order?

Lucan A. Way

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has given the world’s democrats a renewed sense of unity and purpose. Putin’s reckless gamble may unexpectedly strengthen democracy in Europe and beyond.

Georgia’s Make-or-Break Election

Ghia Nodia

Later this month the country will be holding an absolutely pivotal election. The stakes? Whether Georgia will remain anchored to the West or become Vladimir Putin’s newest satellite state.

7 Lessons from Turkey’s Effort to Beat a Populist Autocrat

What the opposition did and how Erdoğan managed to escape outright defeat.

The Empty Promise of Iran’s New President

Ladan Boroumand

Masoud Pezeshkian won’t be a “reformer” in any genuine sense. Like all Iranian presidents, he has pledged his loyalty to Iran’s supreme leader. What he really offers is a softer version of Iran’s grim repression.

How Maduro Survived

Will Freeman

The Venezuelan dictator defied sanctions, international isolation, and massive protests. He appears to have a firmer footing than he’s had in years. Now what?

Will Putin Outlast the War?

Maria Snegovaya

Russia’s autocrat may be weakened, but his grip on power is greater than many people realize.

Why Vladimir Putin’s Luck Ran Out

Michael McFaul

For twenty years, the Russian autocrat enjoyed a string of good fortune in coming to power and cementing his rule. He had raised Russia’s standing in the world. Then he invaded Ukraine.

The Curse of the Ex-Presidents

Casey Cagley

Across Latin America, former leaders are keeping a chokehold on their countries’ politics. It’s time their successors break free.

Georgia’s Battle for Freedom

Ghia Nodia

Georgians have returned to the streets to fight for their country’s future. They refuse to let it slip quietly into the autocracy the ruling party seeks.

How Qatar Became a World Leader in Sportswashing

Sarath K. Ganji

The government has spent billions preparing to host the 2022 World Cup. Never mind the abusive labor practices and human rights violations. It’s betting that your love of the “beautiful game” will make you more fond of this tiny Gulf state, too.

Why Georgians Won’t Give Up

Ghia Nodia

Even as the ruling party has grown more repressive, the people have swarmed the streets in protest — every day. The protesters know the government’s true goal is to appease Russia, and Georgians will never accept it.

Stop Trying to “Defeat” Russia and China

Moscow and China pose a great danger to the democratic world. But they pose threats that need to be managed, not won. Every great foreign-policy battle doesn’t end with a decisive victory.

‘Their Control Cannot Be Flawless’

What are the true lessons from Tiananmen Square? Why does nonviolent resistance offer the best chance of challenging the CCP? Hu Ping, a leading Chinese dissident, reflects on the mistakes that were made and what it will take to succeed next time.

Inside Orbán’s Plan to Occupy Europe

Kim Lane Scheppele

The Hungarian prime minister is on a mission to overrun Brussels, disrupt the EU, and consolidate his power at home. It just might work.

How Dictators Use Sports to Win Friends and Influence People

Sarath K. Ganji

Authoritarians are developing new tools to project their malign influence across the globe. The world of sports can teach us a lot about the games they play.

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