Challenging the “Good War” Narrative World War II is often framed as the ultimate moral conflict—democracy versus dictatorship, good versus evil. With the Allied forces opposing fascism, Nazism, and imperial conquest, it’s easy to understand why this war is frequently labeled as a “good war.” The defeat of Adolf Hitler and the exposure of the […]
A nascent interest in the permeation of jihad in Islamic regions of Asia Minor has recently been fueled by a review of ancient texts elucidating the situation during the Second Crusade. It was for this very reason that Suleiman Mourad and James Lindsay wrote: “A Muslim Response to the Second Crusade“ seeking to reveal the
Understanding the Nature of Media Arguments In today’s complex and fast-paced information landscape, the media serves not only as a conduit for news but also as a powerful platform for persuasion and agenda-setting. As a Harvard University student in my final year of media and communications studies, I have closely examined the rhetorical strategies utilized
Nike’s Views and Goals as Related to CSR Nike is among one of the best known brands in the global apparel industry. Nevertheless, the company was embroiled in controversy during the 1990’s when it was accused of using sweatshops and child labor in various stages of its production. Leading activists accused Nike of selling
Kincaid still remains one of the most famous Caribbean writers renowned the world over for her intriguing masterpieces. Growing up in Antigua, Kincaid was impacted heavily by the imperialism witnessed in her homeland. By the time she had a proper grasp of reality, Kincaid was aware of Antigua’s status as a colony and what this
In recent years, leading experts in the field of sociology have endeavored to provide an in-depth reinterpretation the actual racial dynamics that currently exist in major workplaces across the United States. One such expert is Elijah Anderson, an award-winning author and scholar, who actively seeks to explore institutionalized segregation that has now become the norm
Introduction and Evaluation of the War’s Effects The civil war in Yemen has birthed one of the most serious man-made humanitarian disasters ever recorded in modern history. Within a period of four years, deadly clashes between the Saudi supported Yemeni Government and the Iran-aligned Ansar Allah (Houthi) rebels has resulted in unimaginable misery inside the
Civilian oversight of law enforcement agencies has steadily gained traction in the United States over the past five decades. It is now commonplace to witness bodies formed by citizens with the sole purpose of reviewing the conduct of police officers and improving their professional behavior (Dunham & Alpert, 2015, p. 78). Thus, oversight becomes an
Introduction Oldboy (2003) is arguably the most remarkable neo-noir action thriller film ever produced. Directed by Park Chan-wook, the film is an adaptation of Garon Tsuchiya’s Japanese manga by the same title hailed for breathing cinematic life to this popular comic-strip. According to Yoo (2012), this widely acclaimed film managed to enthrall its audience and
Richard Blanco still remains one of the most renowned American poets. He is famous for his profound eloquence and, most recently, for reading one of his poems during President Barrack Obama’s second inauguration. Blanco is a second generation Cuban immigrant who has always been proud of his cultural identity and his inexorable sense of displacement