In this piece, I examine how language policy has shaped Taiwan’s political identity under Japanese colonial rule, Kuomintang governance, and democratization. The analysis traces how language has served both as an instrument of political control and a means of cultural recognition.

In this piece, I examine how Iran’s legal restrictions, ideological enforcement, and use of punishment reinforce one another to sustain political control. The analysis considers how repression extends beyond those directly targeted, shaping the perceived risks of dissent and collective action.