Monthly Archives: December 2011

Tibet v. Xinjiang: Models for Independence

Posted on December 12, 2011 by John Sinden

By John W. Sinden, Jr. The book Seven Years in Tibet, written by Heinrich Harrer, as well as the film adaptation, illustrates the conversion of the Tibetan independence movement from a Chinese domestic issue into a global household issue. Grossing … Continue reading →

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The Foolishness of Compromise

Posted on December 7, 2011 by John Sinden

By Jordan McGillis When emotions guide politics, failure inevitably ensues. In a move that would be hailed by the Jimmy Carter School of Appeasement, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu agreed last month to release over 1,000 convicted Palestinian criminals from Israeli … Continue reading →

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The African Union After Gaddafi

Posted on December 5, 2011 by John Sinden

By Robert Nolan The charismatic, controversial and recently deceased Moammar Gaddafi was famously fond of titles.  From his subjects, he commanded the military rank of Colonel Gaddafi, a reminder of the revolutionary roots that brought him to power in 1969.  … Continue reading →

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