Michael Allen

Jan 13, 2025 | theconversation.com | Carla Martinez Machain |Michael Allen |Michael Flynn

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has in recent days repeatedly denounced what he sees as China’s outsized influence on the Panama Canal – the crucial maritime passageway linking the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. On Dec. 25, 2024, Trump falsely claimed that Chinese soldiers were “operating” the Panama Canal, wishing them a “merry Christmas.” Trump has also directly challenged the Panamanian government, arguing that the U.S. was paying too much in fees to use the canal.

Mar 17, 2024 | newsbreak.com | Michael Allen

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Oct 4, 2023 | sfchronicle.com | Michael Allen

(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Michael A. Allen, Boise State University and Julie VanDusky-Allen, Boise State University (THE CONVERSATION) Barbie dolls and “Star Wars” movies and toys have entertained generations of American children – in many cases, well into adulthood. But these brands’ influence stretches beyond a penchant for hot pink and lightsaber battles.

Oct 4, 2023 | h-ponline.com | Michael Allen |Julie VanDusky-Allen

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Oct 4, 2023 | ftimes.com | Michael Allen |Julie VanDusky-Allen

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