The US Federal Government Running Like A Corporation:  Transformation of Democratic Governance in the Corporate Age

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By Prof. Habib Badawi ( [email protected] ) Mr. Abed Mougharbel ([email protected] ) Introduction The reimagining of the US federal government through corporate paradigms represents one of the most significant transformations in American public administration since the Progressive Era. This shift extends beyond mere operational efficiency to encompass fundamental changes in organizational structure, stakeholder relationships, and democratic …

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The Economic and Geopolitical Implications of Trump’s Tariff Policies: A Multinational Perspective

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By Habib Al-Badawi Introduction The resurgence of protectionist trade policies under President Donald J. Trump’s renewed term marks a pivotal shift in global economic relations. As Rodrik (2018) presciently argued in Straight Talk on Trade, the tension between economic nationalism and global integration has become a defining feature of contemporary international relations. Trump’s characterization of …

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Historic 11th Century Inscription Unearthed in Prayagraj: Sheds New Light on Rama Worship and Rama-Navami Celebrations

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Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh – In a landmark discovery for Indian archaeology and cultural history, a team led by archaeologist Shri Rudra Vikrama Srivastava has uncovered the oldest known praśasti (eulogistic inscription) dedicated to Lord Rama at the historic Garhwa Fort in Prayagraj. Dated to 1096 CE (Vikram Samvat 1152), this 11th-century inscription, commissioned by Chandela …

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Colombia Rising: Defiance and Dignity in the Face of Trumpism

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By Habib-Al Badawi Introduction: A New Chapter in Latin American Resistance In the annals of Latin American history, few moments have captured the essence of regional resistance quite like Colombia’s defiance of American hegemony during Donald Trump’s second administration. This pivotal period marks not merely a diplomatic dispute between nations but rather represents a fundamental …

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The Complex Dynamics of Wildfire Management in Trump 2.0: Institutional Resilience and Environmental Justice in an Era of Federal Opposition

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By Habib Al-Badawi Introduction: The Convergence of Environmental Crisis and Political Polarization The landscape of wildfire management in the United States stands at a critical juncture, where environmental imperatives collide with unprecedented political polarization. As articulated by Badawi (2025), the potential return of Trump administration policies presents fundamental challenges to established federal-state relationships in environmental …

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The Geopolitical Landscape of Biotechnology: Trade Wars and the Battle Over Intellectual Property

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By Nandan Trivedi 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1 The Global Significance of Biotechnology One of the most revolutionary sciences of the 21st century, biotechnology has been capable of completely changing the economic and social landscapes of various key industries: energy, agriculture, health, and environmental sustainability. Biotechnology gives creative solutions to the challenges of food security, climate change, …

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The Greenland Delusion: How Trump’s Arctic Ambitions Reveal the Persistence of Neo-Colonial Mindsets

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By Habib Al-Badawi In the labyrinthine world of contemporary geopolitics, few episodes better exemplify the collision between outdated imperial impulses and modern diplomatic realities than the persistent fixation on acquiring Greenland. This seemingly quixotic pursuit, far from being merely an eccentric diplomatic footnote, serves as a powerful lens through which to examine the broader implications …

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Trump’s Panama Canal Ambition: The Anatomy of Power, Sovereignty, and Global Infrastructure Politics

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By Prof. Habib Al Badawi Introduction In the intricate tapestry of contemporary global politics, Donald Trump’s provocative demands regarding the Panama Canal illuminate a fascinating convergence of personal ambition, economic opportunism, and raw power politics. His unprecedented declaration that this crucial waterway must be “returned” to American control, coupled with pointed accusations about Panama’s “excessive” …

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Beyond the ’51st State’: Canadian Sovereignty in an Era of Trumpism Ambitions

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By Professor Habib Al-Badawi In an era where geopolitical certainties are increasingly rare, Canada finds itself at a defining crossroads that will test not only its political resilience but the very essence of its sovereign identity. The sudden departure of Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland, coupled with mounting pressures from the incoming U.S. administration under President-elect …

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From Banana Republics Dictatorships to the Democratic Washington D.C.:  Familial Influence and the Biden-Trump Paradigm in U.S. Governance

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By Habib Al-Badawi The American democratic experiment is at a crossroads, where the luminous ideals of representative governance are being evaluated by forces that blur the line between personal privilege and public service. Long considered a model of institutional stability and meritocracy, the United States now confronts challenges that strike at the heart of its …

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