Political

Politics in the United States has always been as much about personality as it is about policy. Campaigns thrive on charisma, confidence, and perception. But in recent years, one factor has received heightened attention from political scientists, journalists, and voters alike—the “masculinity effect” in American politics. This phenomenon reflects how traditional ideas of masculinity influence … Read more

There’s a sense these days in Pakistan that everything is taut: the economy, civil society, political alliances, even the mood in the streets. With inflation biting, political leaders jailed or silenced, and tensions rising between institutions, what happens next is far from certain. But by looking closely at what’s already in motion—what people are saying, … Read more

Politics shapes every part of society, yet for centuries it has been an arena dominated by men. Women have long been underrepresented in decision-making spaces, despite making up half of the world’s population. Today, however, the narrative is changing. Across continents, women are breaking barriers, challenging stereotypes, and stepping into leadership roles that were once … Read more

Walking through Kigali one early morning, I overheard two university students debating: “Has the RPF ever really left politics?” One shrugged: “They control all institutions anyway, so what’s ‘back’?” That struck me. The question isn’t just about power—it’s about visibility, about styles of engagement, about what “politics” means in Rwanda today. This article explores whether … Read more

Politics touches every corner of our lives — from the price of bread at the market to the laws that define our freedoms. Yet, when people hear the term Political Science, many immediately think of politicians giving speeches, parliaments locked in debates, or endless news cycles about elections. But Political Science is much more than … Read more