Category: rebellion

Rebellion, Not Retreat

Commentary The following is adapted from the author’s remarks at a panel presented by the Ethics and Public Policy Center. Fran Maier is right that we are now at a hinge in history—the end of an age and the beginning of something new. Anyone who thinks he or she knows exactly what will emerge next is probably…


An Opportunity From Russia: The Wagner Rebellion

Commentary The Wagner Group, an international Russian paramilitary organization led by Yevgeny Prigozhin, mutinied on June 23–24. Wagner fighters reportedly occupied two military bases, including in the southern Russian city of Rostov, where Moscow has its main military headquarters for the south. The Rostov headquarters also serves as a key node for Russia’s occupation of…


Russia Says Wagner Group’s Leader Will Move to Belarus, Not Face Prosecution After Rebellious March

The rebellious Russian mercenary commander who ordered his troops to march on Moscow before abruptly reversing course will move to neighboring Belarus and not face prosecution, the Kremlin said Saturday, as part of a deal to defuse a crisis that represented the most significant challenge to President Vladimir Putin in his more than two decades…


Rebellion on Illegal Migration Bill Seen Off for Now

A rebellion from Tory MPs seeking amendments to the controversial Illegal Migration Bill appears to have been partially defused, with Home Secretary Suella Braverman believed to be in discussions ahead of a debate later. The controversial legislation designed to put a stop to migrants crossing the English Channel in small boats returns to the House…


Remember Rock and Roll Rebellion?

Commentary Elvis swiveling his hips to shrieking fans. The Sex Pistols cursing on live TV. Public Enemy calling for people to “fight the power.” Remember rock and roll rebellion? Our rock stars pushed cultural boundaries and aggravated the squares. They demanded absolutely free expression and hung out with scandalous characters like Lester Bangs and William…