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Posts Tagged ‘Iraq invasion of Kuwait’
Davis Brown on Just War Theory
What is just war theory and how can it relate to tort law? What is the doctrine of proportionality? And how do all these concepts apply to various conflicts including the Iraq invasion of Kuwait, Russia’s involvement its surrounding nations, and the Pig War of 1859? Dr. Davis Brown, an assistant professor of political science […] [ READ THE FULL ARTICLE ] Alessandra González on Islamic Feminism
Does the term “Islamic Feminism” sound counter-intuitive? Dr. Alessandra González explores how women in Kuwait are finding ways to empower themselves and advocate for their interests in an environment where political Islam (or Islamism) is resurgent. She contrasts notions of Islamic feminism with how feminism is perceived in the West and reveals a number of fascinating insights on gender roles in a Muslim society. Changes in educational opportunities and changing perceptions among younger generations play a role in promoting this movement, as well as the surprising impact of Iraq’s invation of Kuwait in 1990. We also talk about the important role of conforming to traditional community norms and how men might actually be helping facilitate the struggle for women’s rights and empowerment. Subscribe to us for free on iTunes for weekly downloads. [ READ THE FULL ARTICLE ] |
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