The End of Democracy in Russia

“These are just two examples, among too many, of ways the Kremlin has destroyed democracy and gone back to the corrupt and criminal Soviet-era, one-party-system. Dmitri Furman, a Russian political scientist, once wrote, Russia is an “imitation democracy,” a combination of democratic illusion and authoritarian reality.” – Tatiana

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The Political Influence of Rare Earth Elements

“This year, COP26, set to take place in the Roosevelt Group’s home of Scotland, is consumed by public rhetoric which prompts further discussions of a carbon neutral future—how will energy geopolitics be affected?” — Dain Rohtla — President Emeritus

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Dain Rohtla
The CRISPR Caste

The benefits of potentially eradicating illness and disease do not outweigh the social consequences. The use of CRISPR-Cas9 technology will exacerbate income inequality, further dividing social classes, and inherently create a more rigid social hierarchy. As a result, a new resulting genetic ruling class will emerge.

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Ghost Ships in the Sea of Japan

“The revenue earned from ghost ships selling weaponry undermines the increased sanctions on North Korea. Therefore, the rise of ghost ships represents a failure by the global community to curtail the Kim Jong-un regime.” – Alexander Brunner

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Alexander Brunner