Prof. Jennifer Selby’s ethnographic research, presented in her book Secular Sensibilities, offers a deeply thoughtful contribution to debates on secularism and state power. The article introducing this must-read work is available in English, French, and Spanish. @jselby.bsky.social #secularism

Artificial intelligence is reshaping economies, law, and human attention. Yet our moral frameworks struggle to keep pace. Politics and Rights Review presents five essential books that confront this ethical deficit and rethink ethics for the algorithmic age. politicsrights.com/5-books-arti...

Excited to share a piece in Politics and Rights Review based on my book -Fetal Positions. This article looks at how democracy, gender equality, and media freedom shape global abortion attitudes. I’ll be discussing the findings tomorrow (Friday) at 9 AM EST: www.worldvaluessurvey.org/WVSNewsShow....

Prof. Amy Adamczyk (CUNY) explores why abortion views differ across countries. Using global data, she shows how democracy, media freedom, and gender equality shape public opinion. A sharp, timely study. @amyadamczyk.bsky.social politicsrights.com/how-democrac... #reproductiverights

Prof. Keisha N. Blain presents her book Without Fear, showing how Black women in the U.S. redefined human rights as a lived practice of resistance and solidarity. Available in open access in English, French, and Spanish. politicsrights.com/black-women-... #BlackFeminism #SocialJustice #Race

Prof. Ernesto Castañeda analyzes the mass anti-deportation protests in L.A. sparked by ICE raids. His article shows how citizens and immigrants united in defense of democracy and human rights. @drernestocast.bsky.social @theimmigrationlab.bsky.social

Project 2025 is not about governance, but about redesigning the U.S. state through authoritarian logic. This briefing shows how civil rights and institutional neutrality are reframed as obstacles to be removed in favor of centralized, ideologically driven control.

Prof. Jekaterina Nikitina shows how human rights are not only protected by law, but also shaped by the language, translation, and genres that make law possible. politicsrights.com/human-rights... #humanrights #ECtHR #politicsandrightsreview

Prof. Marlene Laruelle argues that illiberalism—not populism—offers a sharper lens to grasp the reordering of today’s political imaginaries. #illiberalism #democracy #politicaltheory #politicsandrightsreview

Prof. Melissa B. Jacoby argues that the U.S. bankruptcy system doesn’t just reflect inequality—it reinforces it. In Unjust Debts, she shows how bankruptcy law privileges corporations over people. politicsrights.com/making-ameri... #bankruptcy @mbjacoby.bsky.social‬ #politicsandrightsreview

Is violence shaped more by place—or by perception? Prof. Çaylı Messina explores how geography sets the stage, but perception directs the scene—deciding whose pain counts, and whose doesn’t. An essential reading on the politics of violence. @bariscaylimessina.com

In this article, based on his recent book, Prof. Michael Lynch explores how the distortion of truth fuels authoritarian tendencies in the U.S. A key contribution to understanding the link between democracy and knowledge. @michael-p-lynch.bsky.social politicsrights.com/truth-and-au...

In her latest article, Prof. Alette Smeulers draws on her book Perpetrators of Mass Atrocities to explore who commits mass violence—and why. A sharp analysis of how ordinary people become involved in extraordinary crimes. politicsrights.com/who-are-war-... #PoliticsAndRightsReview #CriminalLaw

Prof.Gerald Roche ( @geraldroche.bsky.social ) shows that language loss in Tibet is not accidental but a result of state policy rooted in sovereignty. His research reveals how state power dismantles cultural and linguistic diversity in the name of national unity.

Why do governments struggle with long-term thinking? Behavioural economist Nicholas Chesterley examines how media pressure and cognitive overload drive short-termism in politics. A sharp analysis of policy, psychology, and leadership. politicsrights.com/why-are-gove... #PoliticsAndRightsReview

Prof. Aidan McGarry argues that true democracy requires more than voting. His work highlights how marginalized groups use protest to reclaim their voice and challenge exclusion. politicsrights.com/voice-protes... #democracy #protest #socialmovements #PoliticsAndRightsReview

Prof. Emilija Tudzarovska ( @tudzarovska.bsky.social ) examines how neoliberalism reshaped European democracy after 1989, transforming institutions and political power. A must-read for understanding democracy today. Available in English, French, and Spanish.

John Suarez ( @johnjsuarez.bsky.social ) examines how Cuba’s kleptocracy funnels power to a ruling elite, controlling the economy without oversight. This system relies on crime, fraud, and money laundering, while ordinary Cubans face deepening poverty. An eye-opening piece.

Prof. Timothy Weaver ( @timweaver.bsky.social )‬ analyzes NYC’s political evolution, showing it’s shaped by the interplay of Neoliberalism, Conservatism & Egalitarianism—not a single liberal tradition. Essential reading on inequality, resistance & urban power.

Prof. Michael Albertus shows how land access continues to shape power, inequality, and political paths. His book Land Power is a must-read on today’s struggles over land, housing, and rights. The article is available in EN, FR & ES politicsrights.com/land-remains... @mikealbertus.bsky.social‬

Why do people cling to false beliefs despite evidence? Prof. Joe Pierre explores how mistrust, bias, and political narratives distort reality—and threaten democracy. A sharp analysis of belief, psychiatry, and public discourse. @psychunseen.bsky.social

Prof. Brittany Friedman argues that carceral obedience is not natural but imposed. Her work traces how state violence shapes identity and suppresses authenticity. Abolition begins by rejecting obedience and reclaiming collective freedom. @curlyprofessor.bsky.social

Prof. Ting Guo traces how “love” became a political tool in China—from Christian missions to Maoist salvation to Xi’s family-state rhetoric. A must-read for anyone interested in how religion, affect, and nationalism shape power. @tingguowrites.bsky.social politicsrights.com/politics-of-...

Prof. David Kinley discusses the risks of detaching freedom from responsibility. A powerful reflection on liberty, democracy, and societal trust. Available in open access in English, French, and Spanish. politicsrights.com/when-too-muc... #PoliticsAndRightsReview

A timely and rigorous reflection on the political consequences of truth decay in contemporary U.S. politics. Lynch’s analysis offers valuable insight into how authoritarianism takes root through epistemic erosion. @michael-p-lynch.bsky.social #PoliticsAndRightsReview

Since the return of Trump to the Oval Office, many in the U.S. are living in fear—workers losing jobs, immigrants hiding to avoid deportation, and scientists uncertain about the future of their research. Reading this article made me wonder: Can liberal institutions still stand against fear?

Professor Lizhi Liu ( @lizhiliu.bsky.social ) examines how China’s e-commerce grew despite weak legal frameworks. Digital platforms built private institutions, shaping governance and consumer trust. Available in open access in English, French, and Spanish. #PoliticsAndRightsReview

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Denbow challenges the idea that all innovation is necessarily progress. Her work pushes us to rethink who benefits from technological advancements—and who gets left behind. A crucial read for those interested in the intersection of gender, labor, and economic justice. #FeministEconomics #TechJustice

Many thanks to @polrightsrev.bsky.social & @kareljleyva.bsky.social for publishing this!

Essential reading for anyone trying to make sense of the changes in European asylum policy. Dr. Bernd Parusel (@bernd-parusel.bsky.social) breaks down the key reforms and their impact. Highly recommended! #PoliticsAndRightsReview #MigrationPolicy #AsylumLaw #EUPolitics #HumanRights

Populism weakens democracy and erodes the rule of law by bypassing institutions and favoring quick fixes over long-term governance. The challenge is clear: how do we safeguard democratic stability against the seductive pull of easy answers? #Populism #PoliticsAndRightsReview

Family separation is a tragedy impacting thousands of Central American children and adolescents. This timely article by @drernestocast.bsky.social and @jenksd.bsky.social highlights how current immigration policies not only fail to protect these minors but often exacerbate their vulnerability.

Professor Richard Overy presents his book "Why War?", where he examines the origins of warfare through history, evolutionary biology, psychology, and cultural studies. He challenges the idea that war is an inevitable part of human nature.

Pragmatic policies and tangible benefits can transform public perceptions of immigration. A must-read for anyone seeking effective solutions in immigration debates. #PoliticsAndRightsReview #Immigration #PublicOpinion

Free Our Feeds: A $30M initiative to protect Bluesky’s independence from billionaires like Musk, safeguard its open-source foundation, and ensure user control over data—an essential step toward a more user-driven digital future. thelogic.co/news/quebec-...

The trans community is often misunderstood and heavily stigmatized. Books like "Real Gender: A Cis Defence of Trans Realities" play a crucial role in fostering understanding and promoting inclusion. #TransRights #LGBTQ #PoliticsAndRightsReview @csandis.bsky.social

A timely and important contribution by Petra Molnar ( @petramolnar.com ) about her book "The Walls Have Eyes: Surviving Migration in the Age of Artificial Intelligence". #Migration #ArtificialIntelligence #HumanRights #Borders #Surveillance #PoliticsAndRightsReview

Climate change and pollution aren't just environmental crises—they're human rights crises. Protecting vulnerable communities starts with fighting environmental violence. #ClimateJustice #HumanRights #PoliticsAndRightsReview

Professors Antonius Robben and @alexhinton.bsky.social push us to confront tough questions about humanity and its limits. Their outstanding study is a must-read! #PoliticsAndRightsReview

While #abortion pills empower millions with autonomy, they’re also at the center of coercion and control debates. From restricted access to non-consensual use, who really holds the power in reproductive health—patients, policymakers or healthcare systems? #ReproductiveRights #PoliticsAndRightsReview

Can we afford to ignore the fight for gender and inequality studies? In a context where sociology has been banned from general education in Florida, and gender studies is prohibited in some countries and under siege in others, are we silencing crucial conversations? #GenderStudies #Inequality

Democracy requires more than collective action—it needs individual reflection to cultivate meaningful and engaged citizenship. A thought-provoking piece on solitude and its essential role in democratic life. #CivicEngagement #Democracy #PoliticsAndRightsReview

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Republicans in Florida aim to remove sociology from university core requirements, restricting access to critical ideas under the guise of combating 'liberal indoctrination.' #HigherEd #EducationPolicy #SocialSciences www.nytimes.com/2024/11/21/u...

With Donald Trump elected to a second term as President, this analysis explores the expected transformations in the United States, focusing on political institutions, economic policies, social dynamics, environmental commitments, and global alliances. #USPolitics #Democracy tinyurl.com/mtbcurxm

In this article, Professor Jessica M. Almqvist from Lund University, analyzes the complex interplay between political rights and constitutional law, using the Catalan independence movement as a case study. #PoliticalRights #ConstitutionalLaw #PoliticsAndRightsReview

In this article, Prof. Matthew Luttig explores the concept of cognitive closure and its impact on U.S. partisan polarization, as discussed in his book "The Closed Partisan Mind: A New Psychology of Partisan Polarization". #Polarization #PoliticsAndRightsReview

In this excerpt from "The Adaptable Country: How Canada Can Thrive in the Twenty-First Century", Prof. Alasdair Roberts explores the fragility of political systems through a realist lens. #CanadianPolitics #PoliticalStability #PoliticsAndRightsReview. Read it here!

In this article, Prof. Robert Boatright explores the history of U.S. primary elections and their influence on democracy. He critiques the impact of partisanship and emphasizes the importance of understanding past reforms to tackle electoral challenges. Read it here!