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Why is widespread social anxiety fuelling xenophobia rather than criticism of neoliberal capitalism? What role has...
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The curious case of Mr Nada

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Human rights are undermined in the war on terror by the widespread use of blacklists.
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Today, we see that the rules of western European racism are shifting. On the one hand, they are becoming less...
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The danger of majority tyranny

Published on: 2 March 2010

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Switzerland's democracy lies nearer to the dividing line between direct democracy and tyranny of the majority than...
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Top Taliban commander captured in Pakistan

Published on: 16 February 2010

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Taliban chief Mullah Baradar seized by US and Pakistani security services. Saudis doubtful about effectiveness of...
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Zadek in Davos

Published on: 26 January 2010

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We've survived the economic crisis, but global governance failed. Davos 2010 should be about fixing it. Are we ready...
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Switzerland in Wonderland

Published on: 1 December 2009

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The Swiss Minaret vote reveals once again that there are two Switzerlands – one is modern and open, the other is...

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