What just happened in South Korea?
It’s been 4 decades since a declaration of martial law. This one lasted just 6 hours.
Elite private universities got much wealthier while most schools fell behind. My research found out why.
Insiders helped out insiders, and the rich got richer
Do the Olympics promote nationalism — and international conflict? Here’s the research.
Real-world rivalries often play out in the Olympic arena
Here’s a different way to fix gerrymandering
Even independent redistricting commissions are limited by the fact that Democrats cluster in cities while Republicans are widely dispersed. But there’s a solution.
Kenya might expel refugees to their home countries
How do Kenyans view refugees — and what would boost public support for letting them stay?
Iran’s nuclear program won’t be stopped by the recent explosion. But the attack puts pressure on negotiators.
History suggests that diplomacy is more effective than sabotage.