Leadership
How a 22-year-old George Washington learned how to lead, from a series of mistakes in the Pennsylvania wilderness
How a 22-year-old George Washington learned how to lead, from a series of mistakes in the Pennsylvania wilderness At 22 years old, George Washington embarked on a mission to deliver a letter from Robert Dinwiddie, governor of Virginia, to the commander of French troops in the Ohio territory, sparking an international war and teaching him […]
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Trump’s insistence on personal loyalty from ambassadors could crimp US foreign policy
Trump’s insistence on personal loyalty from ambassadors could crimp US foreign policy President Trump’s mass firing of career ambassadors has sent a clear signal that loyalty to him takes precedence over diplomatic expertise, potentially crippling US foreign policy. Trump has appointed fewer than 10% of his nearly 70 ambassadors as career professionals, instead relying on […]
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The rise of Reza Pahlavi: Iranian opposition leader or opportunist?
The rise of Reza Pahlavi: Iranian opposition leader or opportunist? Reza Pahlavi, the son of Iran’s former shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, has emerged as a prominent opposition leader in exile, encouraging Iranians to demonstrate against the government. Pahlavi’s popularity and intentions are unclear, with some viewing him as an opposition leader dedicated to democracy, while […]
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Trump’s Greenland ambitions could wreck 20th-century alliances that helped build the modern world order
Trump’s Greenland ambitions could wreck 20th-century alliances that helped build the modern world order President Donald Trump’s push to acquire Greenland from Denmark has sparked outrage among leaders of countries considered allies for decades, including France and Norway. The move has also unnerved NATO leaders, who are concerned that it could affect the functioning and […]
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Wars without clear purpose erode presidential legacies, and Trump risks political consequences with further military action in Venezuela
Wars without clear purpose erode presidential legacies, and Trump risks political consequences with further military action in Venezuela President Donald Trump’s plans to intervene militarily in Venezuela are unlikely to gain significant public support due to a lack of a clear purpose or narrative for the action. The US has not seen a similar story-driven […]
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Today Venezuela, tomorrow Iran: can the Islamic Republic survive a second Trump presidency?
Today Venezuela, tomorrow Iran: can the Islamic Republic survive a second Trump presidency? Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro’s fate demonstrates that the Trump administration is willing to use military force for regime change, and Iran’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei faces a similar threat. Khamenei’s regime is in trouble due to lack of state allies, a crumbling […]
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Taming the moral menace at capitalism’s core
Taming the moral menace at capitalism’s core The author argues that the “moral menace” at the core of capitalism, which rationalizes exploitation and harm as progress, must be tamed to create a more humane and sustainable system. The moral menace has its roots in ancient Roman property law and has evolved over time into a […]
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I wrote a book on the politics of war powers, and Trump’s attack on Venezuela reflects Congress surrendering its decision-making powers
I wrote a book on the politics of war powers, and Trump’s attack on Venezuela reflects Congress surrendering its decision-making powers Trump’s attack on Venezuela reflects Congress’ surrendering its decision-making powers, as the US launched large-scale attacks without explicit authorization from lawmakers. The US military raid in Venezuela raises questions about procedure and legality, with […]
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Miami’s new mayor faces a housing affordability crisis, city charter reform and a shrinking budget
Miami’s new mayor faces a housing affordability crisis, city charter reform and a shrinking budget Miami’s new mayor, Eileen Higgins, faces several key challenges, including addressing the city’s housing affordability crisis, reforming the city charter, and managing a shrinking budget. The city’s housing market is at risk of a bubble, with high prices unaffordable for […]
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Treating love for work like a virtue can backfire on employees and teams
Treating love for work like a virtue can backfire on employees and teams Treating love for work as a virtue can backfire on employees and teams by creating unrealistic expectations and moral pressure, leading to burnout and tension within teams. Moralizing intrinsic motivation, where loving one’s job is seen as virtuous, can lead to judgment […]
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