Western Think Tanks are Wrong About Indian Democracy Declining
Salvatore Babones argues that Western think tanks rank Indian democracy poorly because of cultural bias and subjective opinion, not objective truth.
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A Magical Tale: Not Trekking in the Himalayas
Fate conspires against a CIA man’s plan to hike (trek in Indian English) in the Himalayas. A whirlwind of unplanned events, overzealous minders and swamis make sure that mountains remain faraway.
Portuguese UN Chief Preaches to India: Is it White Savior Complex?
During his recent India visit, the UN chief asked India “to protect and promote the rights of all individuals, including members of minority communities.” India is doing that and more. It is a force for global good and deserves not preaching but respect.
Ukraine Fatigue? Your Urgent Duty: Read These Books
Withdrawal by Noam Chomsky and Vijay Prashad and War in Ukraine: Making Sense of a Senseless War by Medea Benjamin and Nicolas J.S. Davies are two new books that provide essential background missing in most media commentary.
Derecognize Mullahs, Forge New Government in Exile for Iran
It is time that the EU and international community lent its support to the people of Iran instead of the country’s illegitimate rulers. Their undemocratic regime continues to oppress sexual, ethnic and cultural minorities, and must be opposed.
Could a Rishi Sunak Rise to the Top in Germany?
Germany's electorally most successful party, the center-right CDU, still underrepresents ethnic minorities in top positions. In contrast, the Tories have embraced minorities and elected Rishi Sunak as prime minister. The CDU could learn from the Tories.
New Congressional Amendment Benefits War Profiteers, Risks World War III
The US Congress has long funded the military-industrial complex with gay abandon. The Russia-Ukraine War has led them to dramatically increase military funding. This benefits defense companies, indicates plans for a full-scale ground war and risks a world war.
Associative Xenophobia in Europe: a New Old Trend
The war in Ukraine has produced a wave of xenophobia regarding Russia, Russians and everything associated with Russian culture. It is encouraged by opportunistic politicians, transmitted by the media and apparently broadly adhered by entire populations.
