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The Cosmopolitan Globalist, hosted by Claire Berlinski, is a platform for the writings of 68 global cosmopolitans, addressing a wide array of issues from political developments, global democracy, international crises, to the influence of non-state actors and geostrategic concerns. It examines global and national tensions, leadership challenges, and the implications of actions by influential figures and countries.

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Donald Trump's Peace Plan

9 implied HN points • 13 Mar 24
🌍 World Politics Leadership International relations Conflict resolution
  1. The importance of avoiding power vacuums in international relations; leaving vacuums allows for others to step in with potentially negative consequences.
  2. Trump's peace plan involves not providing any financial assistance to Ukraine in the Ukraine-Russia war, potentially leading to Ukrainian defeat.
  3. Despite the labeling of the plan as a 'peace' plan, it could actually further perpetuate military conflict and lead to unfavorable outcomes for Ukraine.

Moroccan Interlude

17 implied HN points • 14 Feb 24
🏝 Travel Destination Experience
  1. Claire Berlinski's family took her to Morocco to distract her from worrying news and to enjoy time studying basket weaving.
  2. Claire Berlinski shares her experience in Morocco with the intention of finding a break from the constant stream of depressing news.
  3. While acknowledging that the world is not perfect, Claire Berlinski finds solace in the beautiful moments and experiences during her stay in Morocco.

The Decline of American Competence

10 implied HN points • 27 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Crisis Government Policies Public Discourse Elections
  1. American history since the turn of the century has shown a trend of staggering incompetence, leading to catastrophic consequences.
  2. There has been a significant breakdown in competence in the United States, as highlighted by various failures like the Iowa caucuses debacle and other fiascos.
  3. The impact of this decline in American competence can be seen in events such as the mishandling of the pandemic and failures in areas like election design, intelligence assessment, and financial risk evaluation.

A short, unscheduled vacation

21 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Personal narratives
  1. The author is taking an unexpected short vacation due to feeling burnt out and unproductive.
  2. Despite intentions to work, the author found themselves unable to focus and instead did household chores.
  3. The author invites readers to subscribe for more content and offers a 7-day free trial.

The Danger We Face

18 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Global Affairs Diplomacy Security International relations National Security
  1. American deterrence has eroded, leading to catastrophic implications like a potential surprise nuclear attack from North Korea.
  2. The media's limited focus on foreign events, particularly in regions like Ukraine, can lead to critical foreign policy mistakes and erode global security.
  3. The importance of maintaining a strong deterrence and supporting allies like Ukraine to prevent further escalation and potential world war.
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The Moroccan Express

7 implied HN points • 21 Feb 24
🏝 Travel Culture History Heritage Nature Architecture
  1. Reading assignment provided for Middle East studies: involves skimming specific chapters of 'Peace Process' by William Quandt.
  2. Marrakech offers a unique and alluring experience: from the architecture of riads to the vibrant culture and historical significance.
  3. Insights into Moroccan monarchy and governance: showcases an example of implementing democratic reforms under a constitutional monarchy.

Killing Navalny

4 implied HN points • 28 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Ukraine US Politics Foreign Policy International relations
  1. Vladislav Davidzon and Claire Berlinski discussed political dynamics around Republicans' stance on Ukraine and highlighted concerns about inexperience in American and Eastern European political leaders.
  2. They shared concerns about the complexity of the situation in Ukraine and challenges in influencing US senators to support Ukraine, despite potential benefits.
  3. They also discussed the decline of spiritual values in the West, the impact of the Ukraine conflict on Western culture, and the instability of American foreign policy affecting allies.

Middle East 101, Week XI

3 implied HN points • 29 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Middle East Lebanon Civil War Conflict History
  1. The Middle East 101 newsletter explores the Lebanon War from 1975 to 1991, offering an in-depth look at this complex period in history.
  2. The author is seeking feedback to make their posts more useful to readers who do not attend the class, indicating a commitment to engaging with the broader audience.
  3. Readers can access more content and a 7-day free trial by subscribing to The Cosmopolitan Globalist, showing an opportunity for further exploration and learning.

"Is Democracy Doomed?" revisited

16 implied HN points • 13 Nov 23
🌍 World Politics Conflict Genocide Democracy Humanitarian Ethnic Cleansing
  1. The current state of democracy is questioned, especially in the context of citizens' understanding and response to global conflicts.
  2. The plight of Sudan, particularly in Darfur, highlights ongoing atrocities and conflicts that often go unnoticed in mainstream media.
  3. The struggle with educating citizens and combating widespread ignorance poses a threat to democratic governance.

Middle East 101, Week X

3 implied HN points • 23 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Middle East
  1. The article discusses the Road to Camp David with US Secretary of State Henry Kissinger and Egyptian President Anwar Sadat.
  2. Global Eyes information is being broken down region by region instead of all at once due to the volume of news.
  3. Readers can access the full article and archives with a 7-day free trial on The Cosmopolitan Globalist.

Middle East 101, Week XII

2 implied HN points • 07 Mar 24
🌍 World Politics Middle East History Discussion Legacy
  1. The Middle East 101 class decided to explore the Iranian Revolution for a week, even though it wasn't originally part of the syllabus.
  2. Guest speaker Shay Khatiri, born and raised in Iran, will contribute to the discussion about the Iranian Revolution's legacy.
  3. The class aims to first understand the historical events that led to the creation of the Islamic Republic before delving into current events.

Middle East 101, Week VIII

4 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
💾 History Middle East
  1. The focus this week is on the Six-Day War, with a discussion led by Michael Oren, an expert in the topic.
  2. Michael Oren's book 'Six Days of War' is highly recommended for a deep dive into understanding the war and its significance.
  3. The opportunity to engage with Oren and learn from his expertise is considered exceptional and not to be missed, especially for those interested in the Middle East.

Nachtgedanken

16 implied HN points • 04 Aug 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political Analysis Democracy Partisanship Trump Supporters
  1. Trump has been indicted for serious crimes, revealing concerning details about his character and past remarks.
  2. There is a growing divide in America, with strong animosity and contempt between different groups of people, leading to a worrisome future.
  3. The political landscape in the U.S. is tense, with a significant portion supporting Trump amid concerns for the country's stability and future.

🚩 ME 101, Week XII: Important Update

0 implied HN points • 09 Mar 24
🌐 International Middle East
  1. There was a schedule change for ME 101, Week XII, with discussions postponed to next Sunday due to a miscommunication.
  2. The post invites readers to subscribe to The Cosmopolitan Globalist for a 7-day free trial to access the full post archives.
  3. There was an apology for the miscommunication with Shay, who will join the discussion on the following Sunday.