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For something described as modern day slavery, human trafficking is seldom mentioned in media circles.  Public opinion generally falls under these three categories: some grow uncomfortable when confronted with its reality; some deny or…
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After a quarter century of rapid urban and productivity growth, China is in the midst of an economic downturn. This economic decline is not cyclical in nature but rather a consequence of a deceleration in productivity growth. While the…
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With the U.S. set to become officially eligible to withdraw from the Paris Climate Accords on November 4th 2020, the day after the 2020 presidential election, it’s important to look back and analyze whether the emissions reduction targets…
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This does not mean we cannot be sympathetic, nor should we ignore eminent domain cases like Joe's and disregard the serious ethical questions associated with these cases,  but framing people like Joe as “helpless victims” when the evidence…
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The crisis in Venezuela raises one of the most basic questions of Western political philosophy... Is it ok to break the law if the law is unjust? In other words-- is this a coup?
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We are told to begin with an end in mind. Unfortunately, many Canadians seem to have forgotten the wise counsel when it comes to consumption. Household debt in Canada is rising, not just in absolute terms but also relative to disposable…
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A totalitarian regime is defined as one that permits no individual freedom and seeks to subordinate all aspects of individual life into the authority of the state.  When one thinks of such regimes, one typically harkens back to the…
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"While the church split has been praised by Ukrainian government officials and nationalists alike, many have spoken out against it. Archpriest Anatoliy, member of the Russian Orthodoxy has sworn to not “recognise its legitimacy,” calling…
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Moscow's recent urban mega-projects and municipal works have transformed it into a welcoming and bright metropolis. But the city’s changes carry a darker undertone, highlighting the corruption and authoritarianism that define Russian…
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Trump's plan for the United States' withdrawal from Syria has left everyone uncertain as to what comes next. The Kurdish YPG-lead Syrian Democratic Forces now face the threat of a Turkish invasion, but they also face opportunity, as the…
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