Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and historian writing on democracy, authoritarianism, and foreign policy.
The article explores former President Trump's apparent inability to recall significant actions and decisions during his presidency, raising questions about accountability and memory in leadership.
What happens when your enemies, and your own soldiers, aren't treated as human beings
A recording from Anne Applebaum and Chris Matthews's live video
The article explores the domestic implications of Putin's war in Ukraine, highlighting how the conflict is reshaping Russian society, politics, and public sentiment.
The foundational texts of classical liberalism were written in Europe too
The article explores the concept of "goulash authoritarianism," examining how certain regimes blend authoritarian governance with elements of populism and social welfare to maintain control.
A recording from Anne Applebaum and Preet Bharara's live video
If Viktor Orbán can lose, then his Russian and American admirers can lose too