NYTIMES (Richard C. Paddock) - In Myanmar, Junta Leader Eyes the Title of President
The military ruler of Myanmar, Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing, is expected to seek a civilian post to add a veneer of legitimacy after sham elections.
NYTIMES (David M. Halbfinger) - U.S. Will Offer Embassy Services in a West Bank Settlement for the First Time
Palestinians and Israelis on the right and left all say that the move is a step toward legitimizing the Israeli settlements, which most of the world considers illegal.
THEFEDERALIST (Eddie Scarry) - Democrats Are Willing To Die To End Deportations. That Can’t Stop Law Enforcement
Law enforcement loses legitimacy the moment officials indicate they're unwilling to engage in it because of political opposition — even when that opposition is fatalistic.
AI:The article argues that law enforcement loses its legitimacy if officials refuse to carry out duties, such as deportations, due to fear of political opposition or fatalistic pushback from Democrats.Open