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Fighting a Gangster-Style Autocracy

The newly aggressive U.S. policy toward Nicolás Maduro and his autocratic regime, including the recent sinking of alleged Venezuelan drug boats, did not come out of nowhere.

Why Honduras Is Facing Election Chaos

Rachel A. Schwartz

Days after the election and no one knows who the next president will be. Even worse, none of the likely winners offer much hope for the country’s democracy.

Syria After Assad—One Year On

On 8 December 2024, a coalition of Islamic militants toppled the brutal Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad, whose family had ruled the country for more than half a century.

Why He May Soon Be Remembered as “Putin the Weak”

Michael McFaul

The Russian autocrat wanted to go down in history on par with Russia’s greatest leaders. He is increasingly looking like one of its weakest.

How Repression (and Protest) Gets Repeated

We can learn a lot about the crackdown in Hong Kong if we compare it to Thailand—and vice versa. Autocrats and activists are learning from each other in real time.

How Democracy Can Win Out in Sudan

Sharan Grewal

The country just got a new chance to restore its democratic transition. Here’s how they can ensure that Sudan stays on the right path.

How Venezuela Became a Gangster State

Juan Miguel Matheus

Nicolás Maduro is a mafia boss, not a president, and the Venezuelan government is now a criminal enterprise with the power of a state. It poses a threat to democracies everywhere.

Latin America’s New Turbulence: Crisis and Integrity in Brazil

Kazakhstan Rules with Empty Words and an Iron Fist

Paolo Sorbello

Thousands took to the streets to protest. While the regime promises to listen, its actions make clear: Dissent will not be tolerated.

Is This the Beginning of Maduro’s End?

Alejandro Tarre

The Venezuelan strongman is attempting to steal the country’s presidential election and daring the people to stop him. But even if military leaders are backing him, Maduro is already weaker than he appears.

European Disintegration? A Fraying Union

How South Korea’s Next Leader Should Handle Kim Jong-un

Sheena Chestnut Greitens

South Korea is about to elect a new president. North Korea has changed in recent years. Seoul’s approach to the Kim regime must change to reflect new risks — and Korea’s democratic strength.