PinnedKen BriggsinCurrent HistoryThe Fall of the Last European EmpireExpansion of the Russian Empire. Source: Encyclopedia BritannicaMar 28, 202210Mar 28, 202210
PinnedKen BriggsinCurrent HistoryAn Inflection Point in American HistoryA Fitting Coda to a Year Like No OtherNov 10, 20201Nov 10, 20201
Ken BriggsThe Impact of the Houthis on Red Sea ShippingThe conflict in Yemen, particularly the rise of the Houthis, has had significant repercussions not only for the Middle East but also…Oct 2Oct 2
Ken BriggsinCurrent HistoryDemocracy and the Electoral CollegeThis week, I’ve been thinking about how many features of the American political system are, or at least appear, “anti-democratic.”…Sep 24Sep 24
Ken BriggsinCurrent HistoryThe Democratic Party is Pitching a Return to NormalcyBut Is It What the People Want?Sep 6Sep 6
Ken BriggsinCurrent HistoryUnderstanding the International Criminal CourtIts Role, Challenges, and Impact on Global JusticeMay 29May 29
Ken BriggsinCurrent HistoryConsidering Global Conflicts — SudanGiven the significant amount of attention on the conflict in Gaza, I thought it would be a good idea to highlight some of the other…May 19May 19
Ken BriggsinCurrent HistoryWe Can’t Abandon Europe to Focus on ChinaChina Hawks Miss the Mark.May 1May 1