Thomas Wright says that it would be wrong to conclude that the insurrection at the Capitol means that the United States has somehow lost its standing to speak up for democracy and human rights globally, or that these ideals are less pressing because of the country’s domestic troubles. In actuality, the situation shows that America has a real stake in the struggle.
“The Houthis have a horrendous human rights record and are thugs. But they are a reality that must be dealt with, and clearly there is no military solution to the challenge they pose. The last thing we want is to turn the Houthis into a terrorist organization targeting Americans for the horrible humanitarian catastrophe in Yemen,” writes Bruce Riedel.
Investing in a return to the pre-pandemic “normal” would be a mistake. Zia Khan and John McArthur argue that pursuing the Sustainable Development Goals can address issues from biodiversity loss to racism and provide a roadmap for a better future after the destruction caused by COVID-19.
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