Political Violence

The Trickle-Down Effect of Impunity: Congressional vote ensures instability for Brazil

The Trickle-Down Effect of Impunity: Congressional vote ensures instability for Brazil

BY DONARI YAHZID ’19

On Oct. 25, 2017, the Brazilian Congress voted against sending President Michel Temer to trial for his charges of obstruction of justice and corruption. Congress’ decision to rule in President Temer’s favor will only bring further political instability to Brazil.   

Haley’s visit should prompt reassessment of South Sudan strategy

Haley’s visit should prompt reassessment of South Sudan strategy

BY CHLOE HARKINS ’18

While on her recent visit to South Sudan, United States ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley briefly visited with refugees in a United Nations camp. However, the majority of her visit was devoted to multiple meetings with President Salva Kiir, warning that the United States could pull aid from the country if they continued to fail to see improvement. This reflects the fundamental failure of current U.S. – South Sudan relations. 

Chad’s troop withdrawal proves dangerous for US-backed combat against Boko Haram

Chad’s troop withdrawal proves dangerous for US-backed combat against Boko Haram

BY ADWOA AWUAH ABOAH ’18

Chad withdrew hundreds of troops in the first weeks of October from Niger, where they were helping local forces fight Boko Haram insurgents, according to The Atlantic. This occurred after Chad was listed in the US travel ban. The loss of troops from one of the region’s most powerful security forces will be a major setback to the region-wide fight against the insurgency.