Pre-Release: “What Is ‘Sharp Power’?” by Christopher...
In the July 2018 issue of the Journal of Democracy, Christopher Walker defines the pervasive threat of “sharp power,” or authoritarian influence efforts that seek to pierce, penetrate, and perforate the...
The Difficult Road to Transparency in Latin America
03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Drawing lessons from successful cases, Argentine journalist and civil society leader María Baron offered observations on strategies for forging ahead on the difficult road to transparency in Latin America.
Elections in Zimbabwe: Autocracy and Stasis, or Democracy...
03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Dr. Alex Magaisa assessed preparations for the approaching elections in Zimbabwe and discussed the prospects for democratization, including possible post-election scenarios and the roles of the military and the international community.
Why Women's Political Participation Matters in the Congo
03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Activist Passy Mubalama examined how the current political crisis affects women’s rights in the DRC, and why the participation of women in politics and security is vital for the prospects of bringing peace and democracy to the country.
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