Civil Society Commentary

A Second-Best President for Egypt

Two certainties about Egypt's elections: the winner won't be anyone's first choice, and he will have a hard road ahead.

The Future of Middle Eastern Christians

The Arab Spring and the rise of Islamist parties present both opportunities and threats to the region's religious minorities.

The Dilemma of American Terrorists

U.S. citizens who raise arms against us commit an extra offense compared to other terrorists. They should be treated accordingly.

Lugar and the Senate's Fallen Giants

Harsh defeats for Washington fixtures have happened throughout the nation's history. Many great men have been caught in a political time warp.

Instability Threatens the Sahel

Weapons and unrest are spreading from Libya and inflaming long-dormant tensions throughout the region.

Mubarak's Old Stalwarts Vie for Supremacy

As Egypt's historic presidential election looms, key figures from the old regime scramble and scheme to make their mark on postrevolutionary politics.

The Fall of Bo Xilai

The dramatic story of China's ousted princeling reveals much about the country's deep-rooted corruption—and its aversion to reform.

Unraveling the Kurdish Conundrum

The U.S. must understand the complex dynamics of the issue before it can begin to formulate a policy on the Kurds.

The Pirate Party Rises

The young party is poised to be the new durable European protest movement. The Greens have competition.

Saudi Women's Spring

Capitalizing on the Arab revolts, the women's movement in Saudi Arabia finds its voice.

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May 26, 2012