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David Rundell - one of America's foremost experts on Saudi Arabia - explains how the country has been stable for so long, why it is less so today, and what is most likely to happen in the future. The book is based on the author's close contacts and intimate knowledge of the country where he spent 15 years living and working as a diplomat. Vision or Mirage demystifies one of the most powerful, but least understood, states in the Middle East and is essential for anyone interested in the power dynamics and politics of the Arab world.

Most Americans were shocked by the violence they witnessed at the nation's Capital on January 6th, 2021. And many were bewildered by the images displayed by the insurrectionists: a wooden cross and wooden gallows; "Jesus saves" and "Don't Tread on Me;" Christian flags and Confederate Flags; even a prayer in Jesus's name after storming the Senate chamber. Where some saw a confusing jumble, Philip S. Gorski and Samuel L. Perry saw a familiar ideology: white Christian nationalism.

While President George W. Bush has appointed two Supreme Court justices during his terms in office, the next president may be in a position to appoint up to three new justices, replacing one third of the Court. This relatively high number could drastically alter future Supreme Court rulings. Now...

The 20th century witnessed the triumph of democratic capitalism in the industrialized West, with widespread popular support for both free markets and representative elections. Today, that political consensus appears to be breaking down, disrupted by polarization and income inequality, widespread dissatisfaction with democratic institutions, and insurgent populism. Tracing the history of democratic capitalism over the past two centuries, Carles Boix explains how we got here - and where we could be headed.

A well-known novelist and journalist from the coastal city of Jableh, Samar Yazbek witnessed the beginning four months of the Syrian uprising first-hand and actively participated in a variety of public actions and budding social movements. With rare empathy and journalistic prowess Samar Yazbek compiled oral testimonies from ordinary Syrians all over the country. Filled with snapshots of exhilarating hope and horrifying atrocities, she offers us a wholly unique perspective on the Syrian uprising.

"Facebook, in Cross Hairs After Election, Is Said to Question Its Influence" is from the November 13, 2016 United States section of The New York Times. It was written by Mike Isaac and narrated by Kristi Burns.

"As Terrorists Cross Borders, Europe Sees Anew That Its Intelligence Does Not" is from the March 23, 2016, World section of The New York Times. It was written by Adam Nossiter and narrated by Kristi Burns.

"Microsoft Puts Slack in Cross Hairs with New Office Chat App" is from the November 02, 2016 Technology section of The New York Times. It was written by Nick Wingfield and narrated by Keith Sellon-Wright.

"National Politics Shines on Albany as Candidates Nearly Cross Paths" is from the April 11, 2016 US section of The New York Times. It was written by Trip Gabriel and Yamiche Alcindor and narrated by Caroline Miller.

"Democrats at Crossroads: Win Back Working-Class Whites, or Let Them Go?" is from the December 15, 2016 US section of The New York Times. It was written by Jonathan Martin and Alexander Burns and narrated by Kristi Burns.

"Trump Administration Puts U.S. At a Crossroad for Global Health Aid" is from the December 19, 2016 US section of The New York Times. It was written by Donald G. Mcneil Jr. and narrated by Kristi Burns.

"Following Bumpy Route to Victory, Mets Are at a Crossroads" is from the August 01, 2016 Sports section of The New York Times. It was written by James Wagner and narrated by Fleet Cooper.