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My name is James Devine. I am an Associate Professor at Mount Allison University in New Brunswick Canada, where I teach international politics. My research focuses on the politics of the Middle East, and the domestic politics and foreign policy of Iran in particular. This blog is intended primarily for my students, though all are welcome. Its purpose is to make the connection between the theories and concepts discussed in class, and current events in the real world.

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  • America Is Living James Madison’s Nightmare –The Atlantic
  • Syria: A Year On, Chemical Weapons Attacks Persist International Action for Deterrence, Justice Ineffective -Human Rights Watch
  • ‘Big price to pay’: Inside Trump’s decision to bomb Syria -Washington Post

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Day: September 5, 2015

More than five months of conflict in Yemen -AFP

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A straightforward chronology of events in Yemen.

http://news.yahoo.com/more-five-months-conflict-yemen-184859433.html

  • Date September 5, 2015
  • Tags Arab Spring, Saudi Arabia, Yemen

Three mistakes we keep repeating when it comes to refugees -Globe and Mail

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“We think of ourselves as a haven for refugees, but Canada has consistently floundered in offering help…”
A good analytical look at Canada’s poor record on refugees.
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/world/three-mistakes-we-keep-repeating-when-it-comes-to-refugees/article26230892/
  • Date September 5, 2015
  • Tags Canadian Foreign Policy, Syria
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