Usha Vance and the Republican Contradiction
The U.S. will have an Indian-origin Second Lady or President. The reactions to both show it might not be ready.
Hassaan Bin Sabir
The U.K. Elections Don’t Matter
Today’s vote will likely end Rishi Sunak’s premiership. But a Labour government won’t reverse Britain’s decline.
Narendra Modi Wins Historic Third Term
His rise is about more than Hindu nationalism. But Hindutva may lead to his fall.
Asna Tabassum is Both America’s Dream and Nightmare
South Asian traditions of resistance have long been a feature of political movements. But what happens when we speak out?
How Ramzan Became Ramadan in South Asia
The linguistic switch might seem innocuous, but its roots go back centuries.
Why the West is Obsessed with Borders
We take these boundaries as a fact of life. But does it have to be this way?
Pakistan’s Generals Have Lost Its People
The country’s military has engineered election results and controlled the economy for over 70 years. Its civilians have yet to benefit.