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Unequal. Unjust. Unacceptable: A Global Dashboard of Redistribution and Inequality

caryAugust 6, 2025

What happens when we stop asking how much people make and start asking how fairly it gets shared? That question drives the new web-based dashboard “Who Shares the Wealth?” at gini.commandos.cloud, a free, public tool that explores global income inequality before and […]

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Finance Foreign Policy Policy

When Revenue Rises but Stability Slips

caryJune 20, 2025

Tariffs are back, louder, sharper, and more lucrative than they’ve been in decades. As of mid-June, the federal government has collected over $72 billion from tariffs in 2025, an 81 percent increase from the same period last year. That kind of growth […]

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Donald Trump’s Grievances Against Voice of America: A Historical Analysis (working paper)

caryMarch 17, 2025

Abstract Voice of America (VOA), a U.S. government-funded international broadcaster, has traditionally served as a nonpartisan tool of American soft power. However, former President Donald Trump has exhibited an unprecedented hostility toward VOA, viewing it as an adversary rather than an asset. […]

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Why the CHIPS Act is Critical for America’s Economic and Technological Future

caryMarch 7, 2025

There are moments in history when nations must decide whether they will lead or follow. Today, the United States stands at a technological crossroads, and the CHIPS and Science Act is a linchpin in securing the country’s place as a leader in […]

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Ethics Foreign Policy Policy Rights and Equality

The Assault on Democratic Institutions

caryFebruary 3, 2025

In the initial fortnight of President Trump’s second term, we’ve witnessed a series of actions that not only challenge democratic norms but also raise significant legal and ethical concerns. he administration’s aggressive maneuvers—ranging from mass pardons to sweeping executive orders—demand our immediate […]

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The U.S. Exit from the Paris Accord

caryJanuary 20, 2025

Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw the United States from the Paris Climate Accord is a glaring example of putting corporate polluters ahead of public welfare. This move not only undermines global efforts to combat climate change but also erodes America’s moral authority […]

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Ethics Foreign Policy Rights and Equality

The Peaceful Warrior

caryDecember 30, 2024

Jimmy Carter was a rare breed of leader. In a world often fixated on power and personal ambition, Carter dedicated his life to something greater — the pursuit of peace and the stewardship of our planet. His passing marks the end of […]

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Finance Foreign Policy Media Policy

AOC Signals a Turning Point for the Democratic Party

caryDecember 12, 2024

Amid the unsettling aftermath of the UnitedHealthcare CEO’s tragic killing and the societal unease it symbolizes, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s ascension within the Democratic Party serves as both a reflection and a reckoning. It’s tempting to compartmentalize these events—to see an act of violence […]

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Ethics Foreign Policy Rights and Equality

Martial Law and Democratic Norms

caryDecember 7, 2024

The recent political turmoil in South Korea, marked by President Yoon Suk Yeol’s declaration of martial law, raises questions about the potential for similar actions in the United States, particularly under the forthcoming administration of President-elect Donald Trump. Examining the constitutional frameworks […]

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Foreign Policy Rights and Equality

South Korea’s Democratic Resilience Amid Political Turmoil

caryDecember 6, 2024

This was not something anyone saw coming. The intricate tapestry of global democracies reveals South Korea’s recent political upheaval as a poignant reminder of the delicate balance between governance and democratic principles. President Yoon Suk Yeol’s abrupt declaration of martial law on […]

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