Nov 27, 2019
Unrest is sweeping Latin America. Recent months have seen demonstrations in Chile and Ecuador. In Bolivia, demonstrations triggered a constitutional crisis and the departure of long-time President Evo Morales. What explains this explosion of popular discontent? Are the demonstrations unique to their country’s...
Nov 20, 2019
Mass demonstrations have roiled Hong Kong for six months. Beginning as protests against a piece of legislation proposed by the Hong Kong government, the demonstrations have grown both in scale and in demands. What are the goals of the protesters? How is Beijing reacting to rising unrest? How has the United...
Nov 13, 2019
The United States is experiencing an obesity epidemic – with up to 38 percent of Americans falling into this category. Obesity, in turn, is linked to such health impacts as heart disease and diabetes. Experts believe that sugary drinks are a significant driver in unhealthy weight gains among Americans. This has...
Nov 6, 2019
Healthcare is a hot topic in the ongoing race for the Democratic Presidential nomination. It is likely to be so in the 2020 general election. Several major candidates – notably Senators Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders – have proposed a universal government-financed program called “Medicare for All.” ...