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Political Defectors Face Mistrust, Hostility, Sexism, and Worse. Why Do They Do It?

A political staffer who has negotiated some prominent switches summarizes the hazards: “Don’t underestimate how hard it’s ...

Guinea-Bissau’s military takeover highlights the nation’s sorry history of coups and a deepening crisis across the region

The events in Guinea-Bissau reflect a so-called polycrisis for countries in and around the Sahel belt, sandwiched between North Africa and sub-Saharan Africa. This region has, since 2020, become the ...

Guinea-Bissau's latest coup sparks allegations of a staged takeover. Here's what to know

Soldiers in Guinea-Bissau have seized power, marking another military takeover in West Africa. The coup followed a contested ...
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A case that lets billionaires spend big on elections never reached Supreme Court

A less-recognized campaign finance case from 2010 paved the way for the super PACs frequently used by billionaires such as Elon Musk to spend big on elections.