Milei Takes Argentina: Shifting Tides in Latin American Political Representation
On Nov. 19, ultra-right-wing and self-described anarcho-capitalist candidate Javier Milei took the Argentine presidential elections with 55,69% of the total...
Opinion
Opinion pieces on JPI offer readers a glimpse into the writer’s personal perspective and viewpoints. They are deliberately subjective, aiming to persuade and advocate for a particular position, often employing rhetoric or evoking emotion. Our writers often use their own experiences, research, or analysis to support their opinions and build a compelling case.
The Election Promise in Pakistan: Another Round of Political Engineering
Pakistan’s economic forecasts are rarely optimistic. The country’s political instability is on the rise. People are protesting for essential life...
True Liberation: Navigating Queer Identity and Middle Eastern Heritage
Since Oct. 7, a common phrase discouraging queer individuals advocating for a ceasefire and Palestinian liberation is, “They would kill...
Poland’s Democratic Triumph and Its Ripple Effects on Europe
On Oct. 15, 2023, people in Poland, across the European Union, and around the world waited with bated breath for...
The Silencing of Palestinian Journalists
On Oct. 7, 2023, Israel declared war against Hamas in the Gaza Strip and has bombarded Palestinian homes, medical and...
Reevaluating the Lab Leak Theory and Media Snapback
In the whirlwind of the COVID-19 pandemic’s onset, a contentious and elusive question loomed large over public discourse: Where did...
Perspective | Women Made of Fire Cannot Be Burnt
Since September 2022, I have been actively participating in New York-based protests in solidarity with the Iranian revolution’s fight against...
Hubris, Ingratitude, and the Unraveling of American Freedom
Editor's Note: In a world often characterized by ideological polarization and cultural clashes, Jay Sophalkalyan emerges as a refreshing voice,...
Soft Social Credit System: The Unforeseeable Outcome of the Digital Revolution
The ascent of cancel culture and the prevalence of online mob mentality have bestowed upon tech companies the power to...
2022: The Year Europe Made Its Energy Shift
We passed the first anniversary of the Russia-Ukraine War this February. This war has revealed Europe’s energy security weaknesses as...
