Monthly Archives: February 2012

Iran, No Nascent Foe

 By Jordan McGillis As the economic noose tightens around Tehran, Americans and fellow Westerners are left in a state of watchful waiting, carefully observing the state of Iranian domestic society and covertly assessing its nuclear program. As sanctions levied by … Continue reading

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Has the Egyptian Revolution Been Good For Women’s Rights?

By Richard Armstrong One year after the fall of Hosni Mubarak, women’s rights in Egypt have made unsteady progress. There are fears that should conservative Islamic parties win the upcoming elections, rights will be curtailed. But after playing a role … Continue reading

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