Ivory Coast is a learning moment for the US
From a U.S. perspective, war in the Ivory Coast was never a major priority.
Tag Archive for: middle east
Students say social media aided revolts
The Office of International Services hosted a panel with four Middle Eastern students.
U.S. actions in Middle East inconsistent
In dealing with foreign protests, United States is caught between standing by ideals or reality.
Egyptians have not won the battle yet
It took the people of Egypt 18 days to unseat their former leader, autocratic President Hosni Mubarak, but it will take many more before the protestors get what they want: a true democracy. The Egyptian revolution has just begun and many questions remain unanswered. Led by no one in particular, organized through social media sites […]
Letters to the editor
Israel comes out on top To quote David Suissa, a Huffington Post contributor, “Israel’s Never Looked So Good.” This week, the peoples of the Middle East erupted into social and political chaos. Starting about two weeks ago, nearly one million people in Egypt protested their government, hoping the president would quit. According to the Wall […]
Young voices can aid Egypt issue
The uprise against Mubarak’s regime demonstrate a need for a democratic government.
‘Daily Show’ actor entertains audience with the truth
The Daily Show’s “Senior Middle East Correspondent” Aasif Mandvi mixes comedy with politics for students Wednesday.
Baha’is in Iran endure unjust persecution
Following Iran’s election, human rights violations have come to the forefront of the public sector.