The Pervasiveness of anti-Asian Racism in American Society
In the past year, hate crimes against Asian Americans have risen by almost 150 per cent. However, anti-Asian racism is not new; the United States has a long history of More
A Democratic Crisis in India
The farmer protests in India began in August 2020 in response to the passage of three controversial laws paving the way for free-market reform in the country’s agricultural sector. Though More
Killer Accusations: Moscow Recalls its US Ambassador
On March 17, for the first time in over twenty years, Russia recalled its US ambassador, Anatoly Antonov, for an undetermined period. This drastic decision came as President Biden responded More
Protectionism in Indonesia: The Politics of Rice
The economic blow of COVID-19 to Indonesia has pushed the government to adopt a series of policies aimed at strengthening the economy. However, its latest endeavours to revitalize the domestic More
Dying with Dignity or Living with Dignity?
On Wednesday, March 17th, Bill C-7, a new piece of legislation regarding medical assistance in dying (MAiD), received royal assent and became Canadian law. Justice Minister David Lametti drafted the More
After a Diplomatic Row with Malaysia, North Korea Remains More Isolated Than Ever
On Friday, March 19th, the government of North Korea officially severed ties with Malaysia after Malaysia’s High Court approved the extradition of a North Korean citizen, to the United States, More
When Will The Kurds Decide? Baghdad’s Disregard for Kurdish Sovereignty
At the heart of the matter is the city of Kirkuk, Iraq, a city known for its multi-ethnic heritage of Kurds, Turkmens, Arabs, and Assyrians. The Iraqi state and the More
Why The Prison Abolitionist Argument May Strengthen, Not Replace Prison Reform
This article is part of a broader month-long series on prison reform. Check here for other articles in the series. Incarceration has overwhelmingly become the most popular method of criminal punishment across More
How Could Strategic Voting Affect the Next Canadian Election?
Since Canada’s last federal election in October 2019 delivered a minority government for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s Liberal Party, Canadian media has amplified speculation about the timing and potential outcome More
Can the International Criminal Court Restore its Legitimacy?
While the International Criminal Court (ICC) strives for justice for “serious crimes of international concern,” the legitimacy of the Court is increasingly challenged. Acting as an organ of the United More