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Histories of Political Thought in the Ottoman World
There is a tendency to view political thought in the Ottoman Empire as stagnate,...
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Syria’s 100 days of opportunities and obstacles after Assad
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London hospitals ban pro-Palestinian symbols
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The Brazilian far right is pushing to oust a Councilwoman over her support for Palestine
In the Brazilian city of Curitiba, tensions have escalated as far-right factions seek to oust elected Councilwoman Angela Alves Machado, the first-ever councillor elected by the Socialism and Liberty Party (PSOL) in the city. A prominent figure, Machado has been an outspoken advocate for Palestinian rights, and her vocal defence of Palestine has triggered a significant backlash from right-wing politicians. This controversy reached a peak during the inauguration ceremony for elected councillors, when Machado took the podium holding the Palestinian flag, using the moment to denounce the genocide of the Palestinian people and call for an immediate ceasefire. As the first PSOL councillor in Curitiba’s history, her actions have not only sparked local political conflict, but also emphasised her commitment […]
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Histories of Political Thought in the Ottoman World
There is a tendency to view political thought in the Ottoman Empire as stagnate, with very little dynamism in terms of its ideas and all politics emanating from the all-powerful Sultan who ran a medieval-like oriental despotic regime. These types of views have a long history in Europe, but the last few decades of scholarship have undermined this view. However, attempting to capture the width and depth of political diversity in the Ottoman world is still hard to achieve in a single book. Histories of Political Thought in the Ottoman World, edited by Nedim Nomer and Kaya Sahin, aims to give you a taste of what Ottoman political thought has to offer. The perspectives differ from author to author featured […]
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