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Democracy and Its Enemies
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A Philosopher for Our Times
A Philosopher for Our Times
Enrique Krauze shows that, given rising illiberalism, the seventeenth-century thinker Baruch Spinoza is as relevant as ever. -
China Is Exporting Its AI Surveillance State
China Is Exporting Its AI Surveillance State
Martin Beraja, et al. conclude that the country's exports of facial-recognition technologies are eroding democratic institutions. -
Biden Rejects the Drug of Power
Biden Rejects the Drug of Power
Nina L. Khrushcheva praises the US president for stepping aside to let a younger candidate take over. -
Impunity for Authoritarians Fuels Political Violence
Impunity for Authoritarians Fuels Political Violence
Maciej Kisilowski explains why allowing corrupt leaders to evade justice can stoke public fear and discontent. -
As Disinformation Thrives, Democracy Dies
As Disinformation Thrives, Democracy Dies
Nishant Lalwani, et al. argue that increased aid for independent media is necessary to defend press freedom in the developing world. -
The King of the Americans
The King of the Americans
Steve Pincus observes that the US Supreme Court has given the president powers denied to English monarchs since James II. -
Can Democracy Win in 2024?
Can Democracy Win in 2024?
Chris Patten highlights the challenges mainstream parties face as they try to boost growth and improve public services. -
Inequality Spurs Democratic Backsliding
Inequality Spurs Democratic Backsliding
Susan Stokes shows that countries with fairer economies are less likely to succumb to authoritarian populism. -
Democracy, What Democracy?
Democracy, What Democracy?
Ian Buruma warns that Donald Trump’s supporters have a different understanding of government by the people.