Words Matter
A plain-language glossary for the words that shape public life.
Political Systems & Ideologies
Government structures and political philosophies that shape how power is distributed, who makes decisions, and how authority is justified. These terms are often used loosely. This section pins down their actual meanings and explains how they function in practice.
Resettlement
The process of transferring refugees from a country of first asylum to a third country that offers permanent protection. Resettlement is voluntary and reserved for refugees who cannot remain safely where they are. Only a small share of refugees are ever resettled.