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The Nation's Substack

by Nation Magazine

This newsletter is published by The Nation, a historic print and digital magazine continuously published since 1865 by abolitionists.

Ken Klippenstein

by Ken Klippenstein

KlipNews is an American news organization founded by Ken Klippenstein and William M. Arkin, dedicated to revealing what the national security state is actually up to and holding power accountable.

Noahpinion

by Noah Smith

Economist Noah Smith dissects economics, technology, and geopolitics from a techno-optimist, center-left perspective, aiming to inform and entertain.

Sinocism

by Bill Bishop

Bill Bishop's Sinocism provides expert analysis, commentary, and curated links on China four times weekly for policymakers, investors, and journalists.

The Beinart Notebook

by Peter Beinart

Peter Beinart analyzes U.S. foreign policy and Israel-Palestine, advocating for earned moral authority and Jewish safety via Palestinian equality. Expect sharp insights.

Statecraft

by Santi Ruiz

Statecraft interviews top political appointees and policy entrepreneurs about achieving specific policy goals, demystifying the "how-to" of governance and state capacity.

Sinocism

by Bill Bishop

Bill Bishop's Sinocism delivers expert analysis, commentary, and curated links on China four times a week. Trusted by diplomats, investors, and policymakers, it offers valuable insights into Chinese and English language news and reports.

ChinAI Newsletter

by Jeffrey Ding

ChinAI translates Chinese articles and documents, offering a unique look into China's AI landscape, strategy, and ethical implications from primary sources.

Foreign Exchanges

by Derek Davison

Derek Davison provides daily international news roundups with context and commentary, challenging conventional DC wisdom on US foreign policy and global events.

Throughline

by Jill Filipovic

Jill Filipovic provides feminist analysis on human rights, women's health, US politics, and international affairs, connecting global and domestic issues.

Blind Squirrel Macro

by The Blind Squirrel

Rupert Mitchell, "The Blind Squirrel," shares a generalist's insights on financial markets and investing, drawing from 25 years as a banker.

Bill Emmott's Global View

by Bill Emmott

Former Economist editor Bill Emmott delivers his global view, dissecting trends in Japan, Italy, Asia, Europe, and the US, plus insights on Ireland.

Dan Davies - "Back of Mind"

by Dan Davies

Dan Davies's "Back of Mind" offers concise principles on economic and political reality, drawing from cybernetics to subtly reframe understanding of systems.

Interconnected

by Kevin Xu

Kevin Xu's Interconnected provides weekly, bilingual analysis of tech's builders, investors, and regulators. Insights often cited in major media.

Stratechery

by Ben Thompson

Ben Thompson's Stratechery provides independent, acclaimed analysis of technology and media strategy, business, and societal impact.

Concurrent

by afra

Afra dissects the tangled worlds of technology, China, and Silicon Valley, exploring the US-China AI rivalry, deep contextual translation, and AI's societal impact.

Mauldin Economics

by John Mauldin

John Mauldin provides individual investors with institutional-grade investment strategies and global economic insights from his acclaimed financial writing.

Rising Tide

by Helen Toner

Helen Toner provides intermittent thoughts on advanced AI systems, national security, and AI policy, sharing speculative ideas beyond her CSET research.

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by 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡®

CommandEleven provides intelligence and consulting. It transforms conflict zone insights into actionable strategies for geopolitical and commercial domains.

Comment is Freed

by Sam Freedman

Comment is Freed by Sam and Lawrence Freedman dissects UK & international politics, foreign affairs, and strategy with informative analysis and data.

Marat Khairullin Substack | Substack

by Marat Khairullin

Military correspondent Marat Khairullin reports from the SMO zone on war, life, and humanitarian efforts, backed by experience in global conflicts.

Sharp by Swarajya | Substack

by Swarajya

Sharp by Swarajya provides rigorous policy analysis in concise 600-word pieces. It distills complex developments, connecting policy to personal stakes.

the spectacle | Deaglan O'Mulrooney | Substack

by Deaglan O'Mulrooney

Deaglan O'Mulrooney’s the spectacle offers world news and culture insights, spotlighting stories and perspectives ignored by mainstream Western media.

Ask Questions Later | Dan Perry | Substack

by Dan Perry

Dan Perry, former AP bureau chief, shares insights on current affairs, geopolitics, and international relations, championing sanity and the liberal order.

Beijing Channel | Yang Liu | Substack

by Yang Liu

Journalist Yang Liu shares insights on China's global interactions and works to bridge understanding gaps, drawing from his unique career experiences.

The Boom Review

by The Boom Review

The Boom Review features a small team of researchers who investigate seemingly unconnected global incidents, challenging standard narratives with raw data and unique analysis.

ASIAN SCHOLAR | Sass Rogando Sasot | Sass Rogando Sasot (教萨丝） | Substack

by Sass Rogando Sasot (教萨丝）

Sass Rogando Sasot, an international relations scholar, offers insights into the South China Sea conflict, Philippine foreign policy, and Chinese political culture.

Simplicius's Garden of Knowledge

by Simplicius

Simplicius offers accurate, straightforward, and insightful analysis of the geopolitical landscape, distilling key information with regularity and an independent voice.

Buda Péter - Idő van | Buda Peter | Substack

by Buda Peter

Buda Péter provides strategic forecasts by examining national security, applied history, mentality, and religious studies, blending past insights with self-reflection.

Takshashila Geospatial Bulletin

by Dr Y Nithiyanandam

Geospatial analysis by Dr Y Nithiyanandam on China's strategic developments in Tibet Autonomous Region and the India-China border.

The Blood-Rep | Tam Hussein | Substack

by Tam Hussein

Tam Hussein, a veteran investigative journalist, provides unparalleled on-the-ground analysis and exclusive insights drawn from his decade working in conflict zones.

The Palestine Chronicle | Substack

by The Palestine Chronicle

The Palestine Chronicle is an independent, EU-based non-profit dedicated to educating the public on human rights, national struggles, and democracy in Palestine.

McFaul's World | Michael McFaul | Substack

by Michael McFaul

Michael McFaul dissects international politics, great power competition, and the global struggle between democrats and autocrats, with a focus on the war in Ukraine.

Ryan Dawson's Anti-neocon Report

by Ryan Dawson

Ryan Dawson offers anti-neocon podcasts and reports, primarily supporting ANC, which is restricted from PayPal/Patreon because of 'thought crimes'.

Turbulence Podcast | Substack

by Turbulence

Turbulence Podcast offers critical analysis of geopolitical chaos and global crises, making sense of a world in flux. Often focusing on the Middle East.

Eleatiche | Substack

by Eleatiche

Eleatiche provides strategic briefings and models for businesses and investors to navigate geopolitical shifts, AI integration, and security imperatives.

Michael Ignatieff

by Michael Ignatieff

Michael Ignatieff's newsletter. The provided About page does not detail the specific topics or themes covered by this publication.

CCG Update - Center for China and Globalization | Substack

by CCG Update

Official newsletter of the Center for China and Globalization (CCG), a top Beijing think tank, delivering its reports, analyses, and events.

ChinaTalk | Jordan Schneider | Substack

by Jordan Schneider

Jordan Schneider's ChinaTalk offers non-partisan analysis on China and emerging technology for Silicon Valley and Washington, trusted by policymakers and business leaders.

Dr. Yang's Journal

by 楊建利 Jianli (Doc) Yang

Dr. Yang's Journal by 楊建利 Jianli (Doc) Yang explores politics, human rights, and international relations, focusing on China, America, and AI.

不明白播客’s Substack | Substack

by 不明白播客

不明白播客 delivers insights and updates from its podcast, providing a direct connection to its unique discussions and content.

TL;DRussia

by Sam Greene

TL;DRussia by Sam Greene offers concise insight & analysis on Russian politics, cutting through complexity for clear understanding.

El Grupo de Los 50 (Geoconomía Aplicada) | El Mercurio Ahora o Nunca | Substack

by El Mercurio Ahora o Nunca

El Grupo de los 50 por Antonio brinda análisis geoeconómico y geopolítico, con estrategias para portafolios a largo plazo, alertas de inversión y guía anti-inflación.

Thomas P.M. Barnett’s Global Throughlines | Thomas PM Barnett | Substack

by Thomas PM Barnett

Thomas P.M. Barnett, PhD, dissects the geopolitical impact of climate change, demographics, and the global middle class, proposing a U.S. grand strategy.

Sixty Degrees North

by Peter Rybski

Peter Rybski's Sixty Degrees North tracks US polar operations and policies in the High North, exploring the geopolitical significance and everyday impact of icebreakers.

Israel Take 3 | Substack

by Israel Take 3

Israel Take 3 creates podcast documentaries that delve into the Jewish people's 2,000-year return to their homeland, guided by a former journalist and rabbi.

GeoPolitiQ | Ismaele | Substack

by Ismaele

Ismaele's GeoPolitiQ dissects geopolitics, fighting propaganda and political interests to bring truth to global events, with a special focus on the Middle East crisis.

Ukraine's Arms Monitor | Olena Kryzhanivska | Substack

by Olena Kryzhanivska

Ukrainian defense analyst Olena Kryzhanivska monitors military transfers, drone warfare, and Russia's capabilities, offering insights on the evolving conflict.

Lazo Letters | Cristina Maza | Substack

by Cristina Maza

Lazo Letters is Lazo Magazine's weekly newsletter for travelers, immigrants, and multicultural individuals, using multi-media to highlight an interconnected world.

Chartbook | Adam Tooze | Substack

by Adam Tooze

Leading economist and historian Adam Tooze dissects global political economy, history, and philosophy through insightful essays, charts, and links.