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As a matter of policy, the Olympic Games are supposedly “politically neutral.” But with the current political climate in the United States and abroad, athletes should use their unique platform to speak out, and the International Olympic Committee should allow it.
On January 3rd, 2026, the Trump Administration arrested Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, framing the operation as necessary to stop America’s drug epidemic. However, Trump has other motives: Expanding American dominance.
State feminism can only go so far. In the case of Tunisia, the impact of pinkwashing has been used to cover up the tight authoritarian grip on the nation.
Is China undertaking an aggressive maritime strategy known as salami-slicing to secure expansionist gains? Or are the worries over China overblown?
The rise of Europe’s far-right cannot be simply explained in terms of economic anxiety or the influx of refugees. It is a complex phenomenon that reflects voter dissatisfaction and the need for mainstream parties to rethink how they operate.
The diminishing popularity of the Japanese Liberal Democratic Party and its ineffectiveness as a governing body — especially relating to economic issues — have led to a rise in right-wing populist ideologies.
The 2025 Nepalese Gen Z protests reflect an exciting era of democracy, marked by rapid communication and global inspiration. However, new innovations in technology can both bolster and undermine democratic aspirations.
The United States' reign as the world's undisputed tech leader is in jeopardy as China methodically closes the gap. This decline is being accelerated by inconsistent domestic policies that erode the very advantages that once secured its top position.
Olympians represent their countries on the world stage, but this has never meant total agreement. As politics increasingly shape the Games’ perceptions, the real challenge may be our response to athletes speaking as citizens as well as competitors.