Politics
Euro Crisis & Emerging Stereotypes
Brief Crisis Breakdown Since the onset of the global financial crisis, or Great Recession, in 2007, the Eurozone has feared impending growing global debt levels, as well as sovereign debt within European countries themselves. In
Remembering Tiananmen
Today marks the 23rd anniversary of Tiananmen Square pro-democracy protests in Beijing, China. Inflation, a lack of career prospects, the fall of Eastern European communism, and political corruption, are all said to have fueled anger
Celebrating Independence
“Democracy is the government of the people, by the people, for the people”- – Pres. Abraham Lincoln “Ask not what your country can do for you. Ask what you can do for your country.” –
The WikiLeaks Commotion
Julian Assange has become a household name for the whistle-blower movement. If you follow international news, you’ll know that he is the leader of the Web site, WikiLeaks. As founder of Wikileaks, a nonprofit media
Interview With A Syrian
An ongoing civil war, grave human rights abuses, political unrest, and civilian uprisings against President Bashar al-Assad, all describe life in Syria. Political clashes between two groups – Alawite Shias and Arab Sunnis – have
Commemorating Queensday 2013
The mood is infectious. There’s a burst of orange all over. A country is celebrating and upholding an important tradition. I’m describing none other than Koninginnedag, or Queensday, in the Netherlands. This annual holiday (which
The 2014: iWISH Project
Do you have any special wishes for 2014? Are you hoping for improvement in national or local politics? Want to take a stand on a national or world issue? Wish to create cultural awareness for
2014: iWish Project Videos
I’m happy and very grateful to announce the first few submissions for the 2014: iWish project! So far, many people have been very excited about this project, and I urge everyone who is thinking about
iWish 2014 Videos: Personal Empowerment
As the videos keep streaming in, I want to share the next few inspiring wishes. I urge everyone who is thinking about submitting to just do it (sorry, Nike)! This project is open to everyone,
New iWishes!
Thanks so much to everyone who sent in their wishes for 2014! It’s great to hear your take on what you find most important! Do you want to send your wish? Just think of something