Why Cote D’Ivoire Matters Mark Leon Goldberg December 29, 2010 Cote D'Ivoire is a big test for the prospects of democracy in Africa and for the ability of institutions like the African Union to be a force of progress across the continent.
Should ECOWAS Invade Cote D’Ivoire? Mark Leon Goldberg December 28, 2010 Leaders from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) arrived in Abudja, Cote D'Ivoire today to issue Laurent Gbagbo an ultimatum: Step aside or be forced out.
Lanny Davis VS the World Mark Leon Goldberg December 27, 2010 DC lobbyist Lanny Davis has finally brought some much needed western media attention to the crisis in Cote D'Ivoire.
UN Year in Review (Video) Mark Leon Goldberg December 27, 2010 The earthquake in Haiti, flooding in Pakistan, a food crisis in Niger and the evolving situation in Sudan are featured in this year-end video about the United Nations' work in 2010. See what else is included in the UN's year in review.
Djibouti: A Better Place (Over Somalia, that is) (Video) Mark Leon Goldberg December 23, 2010 A video from the UN Refugee Agency that follows Somali refugees in neighboring Djbouti.
The 55 Most Anti-Gay Countries At the UN Mark Leon Goldberg December 22, 2010 The General Assembly passed an important provision affirming the human rights of Gay and Lesbian individuals around the world. See how your country voted.
ICC Prosecutor Puts Ivorian Leaders on Notice Mark Leon Goldberg December 21, 2010 Luis Moreno Ocampo gives a stern warning to forces sowing instability in Cote D'Ivoire. The situation is very near the point of spiraling out of control.
A Different Kind of Public Diplomacy Mark Leon Goldberg December 21, 2010 The United States--which holds the rotating presidency of the Security Council this month--is doing things a bit differently in the chamber today.