The article discusses the current era of democratic pessimism in terms of decreased hope for future generations, skepticism about democracy itself, and the rise of authoritarian-leaning political figures.

The article discusses the implications of the Antisemitism Awareness Act (AAA) passed by the House of Representatives, aiming to adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's definition of antisemitism in the United States.

"A Brutal Design" by Zachary C. Solomon is a debut novel that follows Samuel, a Jewish architecture student in a fascist society who is sent to an experimental workers' paradise called Duma.

Eric K. Ward reflects on the legacy of Alexei Navalny, highlighting their shared receipt of the Civil Courage Prize and acknowledging Navalny's courageous fight for democracy in Russia despite political differences.

The U.S. Congress recently held hearings questioning top university professors about antisemitism on their campuses amid increasing scrutiny of academic institutions by critics who feel universities are not promoting critical thinking and are overly focused on safe spaces.

Javier Milei, the newly elected president of Argentina, is known for his right-wing views and provocative policies.

Ilan Berman, Senior Vice President of the American Foreign Policy Council, and Nadine Epstein, Editor-in-Chief of Moment magazine, discuss how the war between Israel and Hamas threatens the world order.

Dana El Kurd, assistant professor of political science at the University of Richmond and author of the book "Polarized and Demobilized: Legacies of Authoritarianism in Palestine," discusses Mahmoud Abbas in a Zoom call.

The article criticizes an open letter from LGBTQ rights groups, Human Rights Campaign (HRC) and GLAAD, calling on social media platforms to censor anti-trans hate speech and disinformation.

Dr. Nora Derbal, a scholar of Islamic Studies, examines the topic of charity in Saudi Arabia and its relation to civil society under authoritarian rule.

In this discussion, former Israeli diplomat Eran Etzion suggests that Israel's mediation efforts between Russia and Ukraine signify a shift in the country's foreign policy.

Tom Nichols' new book, "Our Own Worst Enemy: The Assault From Within on Modern Democracy," criticizes the masses for their ignorance and stupidity, arguing that they pose a threat to American democracy.

In the face of disappointment following the Arab uprisings in 2011, a resurgence of authoritarian rule in some Middle Eastern states raises concerns about the future of liberal democracy in the region.