Joshua Kurlantzick

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A Survival Guide for Democracies

Those worried about the damage Trump may do should look at how other countries withstood similar leaders.

August 24, 2017

August 24, 2017

A Survival Guide for Democracies

Those worried about the damage Trump may do should look at how other countries withstood similar leaders.

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May 11, 2017

May 11, 2017

Mini-Trumps Are Running for Election All Over the World

The strongman has returned, promising to solve big problems that democratic institutions struggle with.

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January 12, 2017

January 12, 2017

The World Isn’t Waiting for Trump on Trade

China and other nations are already developing their own initiatives and blocs.

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November 23, 2016

November 23, 2016

Modern Democracy Has Plenty of Trump Precedents

For the templates of his presidency, look to the experience of Thailand, the Philippines, and Italy.

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October 13, 2016

October 13, 2016

Trump May Not Win, but He’s Not Going Away

Donald and his followers will be a force in U.S. politics for years to come.

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June 2, 2016

June 2, 2016

Democracy Is So 2005

Middle classes around the world seem weary of free politics and are open to strongmen like Trump.

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January 19, 2016

January 19, 2016

What Indonesia Knows About Blocking the Islamic State

Smart strategy has made the largest Muslim-majority nation a tough environment for the Islamic State.

Multiple Explosions In Central Jakarta

July 23, 2015

July 23, 2015

The Meaning of China’s Stock Market Intervention

The government’s decision to prop up slumping markets may well signal a comeback for centralization

PANDA PERFORMS AT THE CHINESE ACROBATS ARTS FESTIVAL IN BEIJING.

December 30, 2014

December 30, 2014

Why Air Disasters Keep Happening in Southeast Asia

Why Air Disasters Keep Happening in Southeast Asia

December 11, 2014

December 11, 2014

The CIA Torture Report Is Causing Political Ripples Overseas

The CIA Torture Report Is Causing Political Ripples Overseas

November 19, 2014

November 19, 2014

What Obama Didn't Get Done in Asia

What Obama Didn't Get Done in Asia

November 6, 2014

November 6, 2014

Why Obama's Courtship of Myanmar Backfired

Why Obama's Courtship of Myanmar Backfired

September 4, 2014

September 4, 2014

Rise of the False Reformers

Leaders like Xi and Modi were expected to streamline their economies and slash state enterprises. Don’t hold your breath

May 29, 2014

May 29, 2014

China's Ready to Rumble

Experts used to say Beijing would never resort to military action over disputed waters. This time may be different

China's Ready to Rumble

May 29, 2014

May 29, 2014

China's Ready to Rumble

Experts used to say Beijing would never resort to military action over disputed waters. This time may be different

China's Ready to Rumble

March 18, 2014

March 18, 2014

Can Malaysia Salvage Its Public Image?

Can Malaysia Salvage Its Public Image?

March 12, 2014

March 12, 2014

Why Malaysia Will Say Almost Nothing About the Missing Plane

Malaysia's Department of Civil Aviation Director General Azharuddin Abdul Rahman speaks during a press conference on March 10.

March 12, 2014

March 12, 2014

Why Malaysia Will Say Almost Nothing About the Missing Plane

Why Malaysia Will Say Almost Nothing About the Missing Plane

March 10, 2014

March 10, 2014

Obama Hasn't Been Developing Democracies' Best Friend

Obama Hasn't Been Developing Democracies' Best Friend

February 26, 2014

February 26, 2014

Get Ready for a Bloody End Game in Thailand

Get Ready for a Bloody End Game in Thailand