| Graham Vyse

The Lost Generation

How are the Covid deaths of older Americans affecting life in the U.S.? Brian McGarry on vulnerability, bereavement, and ageism in the pandemic.
10 minute read
| Michael Bluhm

Freezing

What’s happening in Afghanistan? Benjamin Hopkins on why a humanitarian disaster is imminent and how the country was set up to fail over and over again.
12 minute read
| Graham Vyse

Moving Pictures

What has the pandemic done to moviegoing? David Herrin on the cinema’s uncertain return.
10 minute read
| Michael Bluhm

Same as the Old Boss

Why are elected authoritarians losing public support? Steven Levitsky on how voter frustration is turning against them.
11 minute read
| Graham Vyse

Invite Only

Why is the U.S. holding a Summit for Democracy? Joshua Kurlantzick on an American strategy for “defending against authoritarianism.”
8 minute read
| Michael Bluhm

Now, a Malaria Vaccine

How important is it? Pascaline Dupas on what a major pharmaceutical innovation will mean for economic development and the “dream” of eradicating a disease that over time has killed billions of people.
13 minute read
| Graham Vyse

A Season of Waiting

What’s at stake in the changing politics of Covid around the world? Scott L. Greer on the pandemic’s latest mutation and last stages.
13 minute read
| Michael Bluhm

Bridges to Nowhere

Is China in danger of financial collapse? Victor Shih on the huge structural risks underlying the economy of the People’s Republic.
14 minute read
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