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A Brief History Of Boy Bands

Posted on January 6, 2025 by nathanalbright

If you know, you know: The history of boy bands is a long and fascinating one, with roots that stretch back further than you might think. Here’s a breakdown of some key eras and groups: Early Influences: The Rise of … Continue reading →

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An Imaginary Sermon In Qoms: Part Two

Posted on December 29, 2024 by nathanalbright

In the name of Allah, the most merciful, the most compassionate. To the family, friends, and the nation that mourns the passing of our dear brother, James Earl Carter, Jr., known to us as President Jimmy Carter, peace be upon … Continue reading →

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Principles of Being A Good Ambassador

Posted on December 27, 2024 by nathanalbright

As a thought experiment, I pondered how one would go about defining the principles of being a good ambassador, and here is an outline I came up with: Title: The Art of Diplomacy: Navigating the Global Stage Introduction: Part 1: … Continue reading →

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The Challenge Of Ensuring Bureaucratic Accountability

Posted on December 13, 2024 by nathanalbright

The phenomenon of bureaucratic autonomy and resistance to political control has been extensively studied in political science and public administration literature. This challenge, often termed “bureaucratic drift” or “agency problems,” emerges through several key mechanisms that warrant careful examination. Principal-agent … Continue reading →

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“Deserving” Victims: A Historical Analysis Of Legitimated Violence

Posted on December 12, 2024 by nathanalbright

The concept of “deserving” victims of violence represents a complex sociological phenomenon that has shifted dramatically across cultures and time periods. This analysis requires careful consideration of how societies have justified violence against specific groups while condemning violence against others. … Continue reading →

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Concerns About Democratic Backsliding In The United States and Europe In An Age of Populism

Posted on December 11, 2024 by nathanalbright

Harm to Democratic Legal and Bureaucratic Norms under Biden: Likely Consequences in a Second Trump Administration: Both administrations’ approaches to governance have the potential to reshape American democracy significantly, with each responding to or escalating the actions of the other, … Continue reading →

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The Greater Idaho Movement: The Urban-Rural Divide And Government Challenges In The American West

Posted on December 9, 2024 by nathanalbright

The Greater Idaho movement represents a significant example of rural-urban political divisions and reflects deeper issues of representation and governance in the American West. This analysis examines the movement’s appeal and underlying causes through the lens of state government effectiveness … Continue reading →

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The Development and Distribution of Cabinet Portfolios: A Global Analysis

Posted on December 6, 2024 by nathanalbright

The structure and size of national cabinets reflects both administrative needs and political priorities across different societies and time periods. Historical analysis reveals a general trend toward larger cabinets throughout the 20th and early 21st centuries, with most developed nations … Continue reading →

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Political Authority and Emergency Powers in South Korea: A Historical Analysis

Posted on December 3, 2024 by nathanalbright

Introduction South Korea’s relationship with emergency powers and martial law represents a complex historical narrative that illuminates broader patterns in the nation’s democratic development. This analysis examines the historical precedents of martial law in South Korea while contextualizing these events … Continue reading →

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In The Absence Of Common Authority

Posted on October 19, 2024 by nathanalbright

As I write this, about two days ago, towards the beginning of the Feast of Tabernacles here in Taupo, New Zealand, my family and I were present at a lunch that was hosted by the minister and his wife who … Continue reading →

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