The ‘Term Limit Peace Theory’ (TLPT) bears resemblance to the ‘Democratic Peace Theory’ (DPT) characterized by the notion that democracies never go to war with each other. The ‘DPT’ is very contentious since democracy is a complex subject to define. The ‘TLPT’ is a concept I use to describe the nature in which nation states … Continue reading »
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Africa needs Leaders with Big Ideas not Big guns
One of the missing links to democracy in Africa is leadership elected on merit, sound policies and a clear vision for the future. This sobering reality has left many nations stuck with a burgeoning burden of the incompetent AK-47 generation of leaders. These leaders won the battles in the bush but have lost the governance … Continue reading »
The Chinese Dragon Versus The American Eagle In Africa
by Ahmed K. Sirleaf Is the Dragon Threatening the Eagle’s Lunch in Africa? America or China: who wins the New Scramble for Africa? The growing influence of China in Africa poses significant threats to United States’ interests on the continent. Unless the U.S. moves fast, it will lose the influence war in Africa to the … Continue reading »
Political Realism trumped by the voices of the people in the Egyptian revolution
International relations have always been dominated by the theory of ‘political realism’. Those who believe otherwise are often disappointed because frankly it is everyone for themselves in a world that seems to grow apples on orange trees. If you try to wear a different lens from realism, you would either practically be a lost or … Continue reading »
North Africans turn the tables on authoritarian regimes in Tunisia and Egypt, could this phenomenon trickle down to the rest of Africa?
“Freedom is never voluntarily given by the oppressor; it must be demanded by the oppressed.” Martin Luther King, Jr. These words sum up the events that have sent shock waves across North Africa first in Tunisia and currently Egypt. There is growing discontent and tension among the masses about the authoritarian regimes that have become … Continue reading »
Elections don’t mean a thing, if they aint got the win; the paradox of a ballot box in Africa
It is mind boggling how self interest can drive a leader to risk the fate of a nation. Millions walk into the voting booth with enthusiasm and hope. Putting the failures of their government and leaders behind them and looking ahead in the horizon with faith. Hoping to make it to the flickering light at … Continue reading »
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What’s the future of the Minneapolis Civil Rights Department?
by Nelima Here’s an issue that many of you should follow and participate in. Minneapolis Mayor RT Rybak is proposing to cut one of the three units of the Minneapolis Civil Rights Department. He says that the duties of that unit are also done, by the MN Department of Human Rights and should not be … Continue reading »
Rewriting the Star Tribune’s February 27th Editorial
by Silas, (If this posts look weird it is because I made some changes to the original article that was the editorial of the Star Tribune of February 27th. The words in the reddish print are my additions, which I think the reader should take into consideration when reading the original editorial. I also crossed … Continue reading »
Minneapolis Mosque to Host Open House this Wednesday
On February 25, 2009, the Abubakar As-Saddique Islamic Center will welcome neighborhood residents and organizations for a community dinner intended to increase understanding about the local Somali Muslim community and mosque. The Wednesday event is free and open to the public. WHAT: Community Open House and Dinner at Abubakar As-Saddique Islamic Center. WHEN: Wednesday, February 25, 5-8 p.m. WHERE: … Continue reading »
