Nicholas D. Kristof's Blog, page 52

Religious Donations Going Awry

'Tis the season for religious giving. Let's also make it the season for smart giving.

Why Are Women in Some Countries Oppressed?

Could the oppression of women in some societies today be linked to the adoption of the plow in agriculture?

Reader Comments on Microfinance in Pakistan

Readers weigh in on my column about microfinance as a way to fight extremism, and I offer a prediction: the next big thing in microfinance will be microsavings.

Aung San Suu Kyi and Burmese Sanctions

Congratulations to Aung San Suu Kyi on her new freedom in Burma. Let's hope she reconsiders her support for sanctions on Burma.

Obama Nudges India To Lead

In his speech in India, President Obama nudged the country to improve ties with Pakistan and to play a greater role in international human rights issues. Let's hope Delhi gets the message.

Readers Comments on Inequality

We don't know exactly why economic inequality has risen in the U.S., but competitive rapacity among elites is probably part of the explanation. Readers weigh in on my column on income inequality.

A Sugar and Salt Solution for Haiti's Cholera Epidemic

Guest blogger Josh Ruxin writes about how oral rehydration solution can save lives during Cholera outbreaks, like the one in Haiti.

Reader Comments on my Obama Column

Readers comment on my column suggesting that today's disappointment with President Obama is overwrought.

Answering Readers on DIY Aid

Readers had some thoughtful criticisms of my magazine essay on DIY foreign aid. Here's my attempt to respond.

Rwanda's Road of Progress

Guest blogger Josh Ruxin writes about Rwanda's phenomenal development.