Deepthi Welaratna explores media, globalization, and popular culture
Articles
Imagining a New State: Image and Activism in Iran
The dynamics of the Iranian election protests signal a shift in collective action and state power structures and raise questions about new models of governance and decision-making.
No Easy Answers: M.I.A. and the Politics of Pop
In a 2009 interview, M.I.A. called the civil war in Sri Lanka a genocide and compared it to Nazi-Germany. What lies behind M.I.A.’s contentious claim?
Globalization in Action: Avaaz
Avaaz has had a deep impact on a variety of social justice issues in just two years of existence.
Breaking Down Our Better History
Mr. Obama’s speech displayed an acute awareness of the traditions of the past but also reflected the modern concerns of his global audience.
Kyocera Will Save Your Soul
Mobile devices are often marketed as lifestyle products, and the myth underlying this striking image may surprise you.