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The world’s leading economist of inequality presents a short but sweeping and surprisingly optimistic history of human progress toward equality despite crises, disasters, and backsliding, a perfect introduction to the ideas developed in his monumental earlier books.

The Left seems to be dying a slow death. Bestselling historian Shlomo Sand argues that the global decline of the Left is linked to the waning of the idea of equality that has united citizens in the past and inspired them to engage in collective action. Sand retraces the evolution of this idea in a wide-ranging account that includes seventeenth-century England, the French Revolution, the birth of anarchism and Marxism, the decolonial, feminist, and civil rights revolts, and the left populism of our time.

Each morning, the President of the United States receives a highly classified briefing on the most important issues facing the country -- The President's Daily Brief. Now you can hear your very own PDB, in the form of a podcast, every morning at 6am Eastern, and every afternoon at 4pm Eastern. You'll get 20 minutes of the most important topics of the day and why you should care, arming you with what you need to know to help solve America's most pressing challenges. Former CIA Operations Officer Mike Baker hosts new episodes daily.

In this fascinating book, beer expert Mark Dredge dives into the history of lager, from how it was first brewed, to what role was played by German monks and kings in the creation of the drink we know so well today. From the importance of 500-year-old purity laws to a scrupulously researched exploration of modern beer gardens (it's a hard life), Mark has delved deep into the story of the world's favourite beer. From 16th-century Bavaria to the recent popularity of specialist craft lagers, A Brief History of Lager is an engaging and informative exploration of a classic drink.

The threat of climate change to long-term, global security is well publicised. However, current political narratives, financial constraints and short-term threats have combined to leave sustainability initiatives and the area of climate intelligence an unfunded priority within NATO. At the same time, many climate change and sustainability practitioners have struggled to communicate a comprehendible narrative that suits a defence client. In short, prioritisation of traditional battlefield requirements threatens long-term resilience within our Armed Forces. In the first series of The Resilience ...

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Baron guides clients through the most challenging political terrain. The firm has advised members of the Fortune 10, several of America’s largest privately-held businesses, and the U.S. Department of Defense. Located in Washington, D.C., Baron’s team of strategists and analysts draws on vast experience at the nexus of politics and business.

In this short companion to his book From Fascism to Populism in History, world-renowned historian Federico Finchelstein explains why fascists regarded simple and often hateful lies as truth and why so many of their followers believed the falsehoods. Throughout the history of the 20th century, many supporters of fascist ideologies regarded political lies as truth incarnated in their leader. From Hitler to Mussolini, fascist leaders capitalized on lies as the base of their power and popular sovereignty.

Danny Katch brings together the two great Marxist traditions of Karl and Groucho to provide an entertaining and insightful introduction to what the socialist tradition has to say about democracy, economics, and the potential of human beings to be something more than bomb-dropping, planet-destroying, racist fools.

In 2016, the United States was stunned by evidence of Russian meddling in the US presidential elections. But it shouldn't have been. Subversion—domestic interference to undermine or manipulate a rival—is as old as statecraft itself. The basic idea would have been familiar to Sun Tzu, Thucydides, Elizabeth I, or Bismarck. It came as a surprise in 2016 because the sole superpower had fallen asleep at the wheel. But what's really new? Have we entered a new age of vulnerability?

Discover a captivating collection of concise histories that delve into the significant campaigns and key phases of the Korean War. Join KevinS as he guides you through this pivotal conflict, shedding light on the events that shaped a nation.

CaseGuard Records Brief is a short, weekly audio briefing focused on public records, body-worn camera footage, and digital evidence disclosure in the public sector. Each episode highlights recent developments with direct implications for records processing, disclosure timelines, redaction scope, and compliance risk. Rather than summarizing headlines, the briefing prioritizes court rulings, policy changes, and reporting that materially affect records operations and workload. Content is selected for relevance to records officers, public information staff, legal counsel, and compliance teams ...

Gregory Lyakhov has held the title as the youngest nationally syndicated columnist in the United States. He contributes regularly to leading publications including The Wall Street Journal, The New York Post, The Hill, Reason Magazine and dozens of other outlets. Lyakhov serves as a columnist for Newsmax, Townhall Media, and The Gateway Pundit, where his work reaches millions of readers every month. His reporting and commentary have been cited by top institutions, including the White House and members of Congress.

The Brief In is a new regular show from The New Arab featuring our editors in an unfiltered conversation with experts unpacking the forces shaping the MENA region and beyond Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This concise report, crafted for the Congressional Research Service, aims to shed light on the Israel-Hamas conflict and U.S. policy responses. It provides an insightful overview of the shocking attacks on October 7th and the ensuing Israeli military campaign. The report also addresses the humanitarian crisis affecting Palestinians, potential areas for conflict escalation, and significant political developments in Israel, Arab nations, and international organizations. Focusing on U.S. policy from October 2023 to early February 2024, it explores possible congressional actions to address the ...

Daily Story Brief is a daily news explainer podcast that breaks down one important story a day so you actually understand what’s happening in the world. Each episode zooms in on a single headline and turns it into a clear, in-depth news breakdown: what happened, how we got here, and why it matters for you.Designed for busy people who want real current events context, Daily Story Brief cuts through the noise of endless updates and hot takes. You’ll get a focused daily briefing on politics, world news, global events, and social issues, explained in plain language with honest news analysis ...

Join Supervisor Alina Garcia, Miami-Dade County’s first elected Supervisor of Elections, as she pulls back the curtain on what it takes to run elections in the 7th largest county in the U.S. From ballots to behind-the-scenes operations, The Ballot Brief delivers clear, timely insights into the election process straight from the source.

The Eurasian Climate Brief is a podcast focusing on climate news in the region stretching from Eastern Europe, Russia down to the Caucasus and Central Asia. It aims to give a voice to the best experts and journalists, enabling them to make sense of a part of the world where environmental news is seriously underreported.The podcast was launched in in October 2021, coinciding with COP26 in Glasgow. After a year-long hiatus, the podcast finally returns - just ahead of COP29 in Baku. Make sure to follow the show in you podcast app of choice!