Egyptian Reformers Demonstration

The Righto-sphere has been jumping up and down citing Egypt as being the latest domino to fall (or least, maybe, tip, slightly, or not) thanks to President Mubaraks acceptance of reform of the Egyptian constitution. Unfortunately actual reports from people in Egypt or even at the demonstrations have been sparse at best. Arabist.net has filled …

Kofi Annan releases report on UN Reform

Kofi Annan has finally released his report and recommendations on how to go about reforming the United Nations. I’m in the process of looking through it. It’s, of course, very large. But already I see encouraging facets to the recommendations. Even if they may not go far enough, they are definitely going in the right …