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Talking 'The Algerian Dream' on Maghreb-Orient Express
I discussed my new book, The Algerian Dream, on French broadcaster TV5MONDE's show Maghreb Orient Express.
The Algeria Bouteflika Built
My new article from the Atlantic Council on former Algerian president Bouteflika's complicated legacy and its implications for the country's future.
Book Launch: 'The Algerian Dream' Is Here!
My new book, The Algerian Dream: Youth and the Quest for Dignity, is now available for sale worldwide.
A Star Is Born
New adventure: fatherhood. Nina and I welcome baby Stella to our family.
Parliamentary Elections Won’t Rescue Algeria from its Legitimacy Problem
Read my latest analysis on today's parliamentary elections in Algeria at the Atlantic Council's MENA Source blog.
Two Years On, Algeria’s Hirak Is Poised for a Rebirth
Protest is set to resume as Algeria marks the 2-year anniversary of the Hirak movement - as I argue in a new article for the Atlantic Council.
The Lesson of 2020: To Build Back Better, First Get the Structure Right
Humans can't solve basic societal problems—much less grand existential ones—without first repairing the very structures we use for problem solving.
The Best of Times, the Worst of Times: 2020 in Review
Looking back on events in the world and in my life in 2020, and ahead to better things in 2021.
Announcing "The Algerian Dream": Signed Books Now Available for Pre-Order
My new book, "The Algerian Dream," is now available for pre-order. Details here!
Maghreb Photography Award Winners
See my three winning entries from Algeria in the 2020 Maghreb Photography Awards.
A Conversation on "Andi Hulm" and Youth Entrepreneurship in Algeria
A virtual discussion about "Andi Hulm" and economic opportunities for youth in Algeria.
A World of Statues (and Why You Should Help Tear Some Down)
Just as statues symbolize a society's values, toppled statues symbolize something, too: the intent to forge social change.