Roger McShane
Middle East editor for the Economist, providing insights into the resignation of Abdelaziz Bouteflika and the political situation in Algeria.
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Apr 4, 2019 • 21min
Resigned to it: Algeria’s president
Roger McShane, Middle East editor for the Economist, shares insights on the fallout from Abdelaziz Bouteflika’s resignation in Algeria, exploring the powerful elite’s resistance to change amid public protests. Meanwhile, Canada correspondent Madeleine Johan discusses the heated debate on gun control in Canada, spotlighting protests by medical professionals for stricter laws, and contrasts this with international examples. The conversation also touches on the gender pay gap exacerbated by parenthood, emphasizing economic disparities faced by women.
Apr 4, 2019 • 21min
Resigned to it: Algeria’s president
Roger McShane, the Middle East editor for The Economist, unpacks the political fallout following President Bouteflika's resignation in Algeria, highlighting the power struggle and disorganized opposition. Madeleine Johan, the Canada correspondent, discusses the intensifying gun control debate sparked by protests and a tragic incident in parliament. They also examine how parenthood exacerbates the gender pay gap globally, revealing critical data on salary disparities linked to motherhood. This lively discussion offers deep insights into pressing international issues.
