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Democratic governments around the world do not all operate in the same way. Some concentrate power in the hands of the majority, while others spread power across various institutions to ensure broader consensus. Political scientist Arend Lijphart famously described two ideal models of democracy: majoritarian and consensus. In this blog post, we will explore what […]

Acknowledging the sway of corporations is crucial, yet asserting there’s “no democracy” oversimplifies today’s intricate power dynamics. It’s imperative to scrutinize such claims and entertain alternative viewpoints, recognizing both the hurdles and promise of democratic engagement in tackling global challenges like climate change. Hope remains indispensable, particularly amid the daunting climate crisis. While acknowledging corporate

Laury A. Echavarria Bringing about global justice for the worst off in the world becomes challenging due to the diverse interpretations of what equality entails. While there are globally accepted truths, the opinion of global is contrasted with obstacles as interests vary across countries, genders, religions, and preferences (Intersecting Inequalities). Given the complexity of defining

By Laury Echavarria  The concept of “Global challenges” often appears straightforward as challenges affecting the entire world. However, it encompasses a complex amalgamate of themes. The OU academic Nicola Yeates have linked Global challenges to the rise of globalization and multiculturalism in the 80s, 90s, and early 2000s. The introduction of smartphones with integrated cameras,

By Laury Echavarria Bringing about global justice for the worst off in the world becomes challenging due to the diverse interpretations of what equality entails. While there are globally accepted truths, the opinion of global is contrasted with obstacles as interests vary across countries, genders, religions, and preferences (Intersecting Inequalities). Given the complexity of defining