North America
Trump versus Clinton on trade policy
The US 2016 presidential race has been notable for how often both major party candidates have trumpeted trade as a major issue. But just how different are the proposed trade
What will happen in the US election?
GRI Debate: What are the key factors that will affect election day and the upcoming presidency? Election day is fast approaching and, as Trump regains momentum, the outcome is all
Syria will define the future of Hillary Clinton’s uneasy presidency
Despite tightening polling, Democrat Hillary Clinton is still favored to win the U.S. presidency—an already uneasy presidency that is likely to be defined by an even more unstable Syria.
Why Texas is turning into a swing state
In this debate series, Lauren Maffeo argues why Texas is turning into a “swing state” that may start to go blue for the first time in decades.
The New York bombing: Repercussions on political and social discourse
September’s New York bombing increases the risk of Islamophobia and has potential impacts on the presidential race.
New leader, new tactics for Quebec’s Parti Québécois
The election of Jean Francois Lisée is bringing about a change of tactics for the separatist Parti Quebecois (PQ).
Three reasons why Russia may be hacking the U.S. election
Understanding why Russia is disrupting the U.S. electoral race through cyber attacks is an important step in preventing it.
New startup rule will increase immigrants’ impact on US entrepreneurship
Immigrants are 15 percent of the U.S. population, but build a quarter of the country’s businesses. A new executive order wants to help them create more.
America’s racial wealth gap threatens consumer spending
America’s wealth keeps moving into fewer hands, evidenced by the increasing racial wealth gap. Here’s how this gap might impact the economy.
Despite new tax, China’s interest in Canada remains strong
Despite a new 15% tax on foreign property buyers in Vancouver, Canada will continue to attract Chinese investment, especially in agribusiness and tourism.
