As the general election moves closer, the only thing that seems to be similar between the two candidates is the high unfavorable percentage that each candidate has with the general public, leaving the door open for open for a possible third party
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Chaos, Violence and Uncertainty Leading to EU Economic Stagnation
As the EU continues to struggle with the ongoing migrant crisis and security problems, a new economic report shows that economic growth has halved or declined
Russian Big Brother Law Draws Protest in Moscow
Politicians in Russia are facing heavy criticism from protesters who have taken to the streets recently to speak out against a new “anti- terrorism law” that was passed in parliament
Surging German Far Right, Surging Immigration, and Merkel
If the West wants to solve this problem of out of control migration to their countries, they should come up with a plan that will allow the Syrian President to be removed from office and allow for a democratically elected President
Turkish President Using Coup Attempt to Shut Down Free Speech
Since the attempt was crushed by forces and police who stayed loyal to the government, President Erdogan has been using the coup as an excuse to shut down opposing voice in the country
Central African Republic Violence Destroying Healthcare System
The Central African Republic has been affected particularly hard since the rise of sectarian tensions came to a head in 2013 and violent clashes left civilians caught in the middle struggling to survive
Anti-Brussels Sentiment Spreading Throughout the EU
As the EU and major powers continue to struggle to deal with the fallout from the Brexit vote, its’ repercussions have already started to make its way around Europe with anti-Brussels sentiment
Is this the End of the EU, Following the Brexit Vote?
It is a good sign that people are paying attention to what is going on with their countries and how foreign entities are affecting their daily lives and their role in the world given Europe’s history and its turbulent past
A New Cold War? Tensions Between West and Russia
As the EU continues to struggle with numerous issues affecting the continent and the world, the organization voted on Friday June 17th to extend sanctions on Crimea and Sevastopol, regions of Ukraine which were annexed by Russia in 2014
The Golden State Could be Deciding Factor For Democrats
Democrat primary Voters in California are set to go to the polls on Tuesday, June 7th, which may prove to be the deciding factor in the long drawn out nominating contest which has placed a strain on the party