A significant shift is on the horizon for Illinois politics. Dick Durbin, a long-time senator from Illinois, has decided not to seek reelection in 2026. This decision marks the end of a lengthy career in public service, spanning over four decades. Durbin, now 80, has been a consistent figure in both the House and the Senate, first entering the House in 1982 and movin...
Populism is a political approach that divides society into two groups: the corrupt elite and the noble people. This style of politics can be found across the political spectrum. But why do some leaders who use this style gain so much support? Researchers explored whether how entertaining people find a leader influences their support, especially for populist figures....
A man from El Salvador was wrongly sent back to his home country by the US. He was sent to a prison known for its harsh conditions. This happened because of a mistake made by US officials. The man, Kilmar Ábrego García, has been living in Maryland with his family. He was granted protection from deportation by a court in 2019. However, the US government sent him to El...
The political landscape in France is heating up. Jordan Bardella, a prominent figure in the National Rally (RN) party, has ignited a wave of protests. He has called for a gathering in the heart of Paris. This comes after a significant legal setback for Marine Le Pen. She has been barred from holding public office for five years. This ruling stems from her involv...
The Middle East is boiling over with tension. Iran has made it clear that direct talks with the US are off the table. This decision comes after President Trump sent a letter to Iran's supreme leader. The letter was a warning, hinting at possible military action if Iran doesn't back down from its nuclear ambitions. Iran's president, Masoud Pezeshkian, delivered the r...
Canada is in the middle of a heated election battle. The main players are Mark Carney, the new Prime Minister, and Pierre Poilievre, the leader of the Conservative Party. The election is set to last five weeks, ending on April 28. This election is not just about local issues. It's also about how Canada will handle threats from the U. S. President. The U. S. Presiden...
The political landscape in Washington is never simple. Recently, Chuck Schumer, the top Democrat in the Senate, found himself in the spotlight. He chose to support a spending bill proposed by Republicans. This bill was designed to prevent a government shutdown. Schumer's decision was not easy. He knew it would cause a stir within his own party. Some Democrats and pr...
Northern Ireland's peace process is a fascinating story. It started with a unique approach to politics. The Alliance Party of Northern Ireland used psychoanalytical ideas to understand and address the deep-rooted issues. This approach helped to negotiate the 1998 Belfast/Good Friday Agreement. The lessons from Northern Ireland were then applied to the Israel-...
March 11, 2020, was a pivotal day. It was the day when the NBA abruptly canceled its season. This was due to the growing concerns about a novel coronavirus that was spreading rapidly around the world. It was the day when Tom Hanks announced he had contracted the virus. It was the day when the World Health Organization (WHO) officially used the term "pandemic" for the...
Imagine if a president said, "Let's stop wasting money and find the leaks in every corner of the government. " That's exactly what Trump did, but it wasn't in 2025. It was in 2011. But who was president in 2011? Barack Obama. The idea of cutting unnecessary spending isn't new. Many presidents have tried to make the government more efficient. But, it's like t...