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The DHS Shutdown is Led by Populist Politicians

The DHS Shutdown is Led by Populist Politicians

by Nancybella Rago | Mar 29, 2026 | Suffolk University

An “anti-compromise” mindset from populist politicians continues to hinder negotiation between Democrats and the White House. On February 14, 2026 a partial government shutdown centered on the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)  began, surrounding the Trump...
Do Economic Factors Really Affect the Durability of Authoritarian Regimes?

Do Economic Factors Really Affect the Durability of Authoritarian Regimes?

by Garrett White | Mar 29, 2026 | Suffolk University

Oftentimes to an outside, democratically minded observer, the durability of authoritarian rule seems perplexing. After all, why would anyone not rise up against a tyrant or dictator when their rights are infringed? The answer is simple: the economy. Looking at states...

American Intervention in Venezuela: An Erosion of Democratic Norms

by Bereket Nelson | Mar 29, 2026 | Suffolk University

  American Intervention in Venezuela: An Erosion of Democratic Norms In the early hours of January 3, 2026, U.S. military forces conducted an “intervention” in Venezuela’s sovereign territory, seizing and essentially extraditing the acting head of state, Nicolás...
Are you MAGA, even? How Polarization Ties Into Democratic Erosion

Are you MAGA, even? How Polarization Ties Into Democratic Erosion

by Emily Gee | Mar 29, 2026 | Suffolk University

By definition, democracy requires multiple parties to function, but the proudest democracy of the modern age is facing issues as a direct result. The United States is currently experiencing one of its most politically polarizing climates in history, resulting in...
How Recent Discriminatory Kansas Legislation is Accelerating Democratic Backsliding in the U.S.

How Recent Discriminatory Kansas Legislation is Accelerating Democratic Backsliding in the U.S.

by Lyndsey Pettengill | Mar 28, 2026 | Suffolk University

  For many across the globe, the United States of America has long been the shining ideal of a free and democratic society. However, recent voter-suppressing legislation enacted in Kansas threatens to snuff out this light for good. As SB 244 becomes law, America...
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