By Arfang Madi Sillah, Washington DC National security has emerged as a paramount focus in the contemporary geopolitical arena, with nation-states around the world recalibrating their strategic priorities to address an increasingly complex array of threats. In an era characterized by the proliferation of non-state actors, cyber warfare, transnational crime, […]
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Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a historic acceptance speech at the DNC, stating, “In my career, I’ve only had one client: the people.”
Fatoumatta: Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a historic acceptance speech at the DNC, stating, “In my career, I’ve only had one client: the people.” She reacquainted herself with voters, weaving her life story into her campaign’s emphasis on freedom during her convention address. Alagi Yorro Jallow Congratulations to Vice President […]
Constitution Series 3: Creating an Over Powerful President at the Expense of Good Governance
by Madi Jobarteh Constitution Series 3 Creating an Over Powerful President at the Expense of Good Governance The Barrow Papers have established a governance system never seen in the Gambia since colonial times. Worse than both the 1970 and 1997 constitutions, the Barrow Papers have dumped all appointments to all […]
The Presidential System of Government Has Fundamental Flaws – Part II
Part II Alagi Yorro Jallow Fatoumatta: James Madison once stated, “The concentration of powers is the essence of tyranny.” The amalgamation of legislative, executive, and judicial powers, whether held by one, a few, or many, and no matter the method of acquisition, can justly be considered the very definition of […]