Politics
Why bombs don’t break Iran
The domestic issues and fragile regime in Iran would have led one to believe that an attack by the US would result in a quick defeat. Commentator Tao Ray offers a perspective on why Iran remains resilient: not because of its military strength or strategy, but the strong sense of “us versus them”.
Tao Ray
26 May 2026
Society
DEI turns coercive: How sinologist Perry Link was punished
When renowned sinologist Perry Link questioned race-based hiring at UC Riverside, he faced censure, public shaming and erased data. His case reveals how America’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, once a tool for inclusion, can be wielded to punish dissent and suppress academic freedom, notes commentator Tao Ray.
Tao Ray
08 Sep 2025