Eyrun Bernhardsdottir

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Eyrun enjoying the sun! - Lee Burley
Eyrun enjoying the sun! - Lee Burley

Eyrun is a full-time student at Birkbeck College, University of London, where she is studying a M.Sc. in Global Governance and Public Policy.

In 2010, Eyrun graduated from the University of Nottingham with a B.A (Hons) in American Studies, where she focused on American politics, globalisation, and cultural politics.

She has written for a long time, and is a member of various political forums and blogs. Aside from writing and politics, Eyrun's interests include dance, reading, travelling, fashion and football - the English kind.

Latest Articles

Is Globalization Inevitable?: Criticism of Globalization
Many claim the inevitability of globalization, while ignoring the private interests which are the drive behind globalization .
Sep 29, 2010 - Eyrun Bernhardsdottir
Globalization, the IMF, and the Western Economy
While attempting global economic stability, the IMF applies its own ideology based upon the Western economy.
Sep 23, 2010 - Eyrun Bernhardsdottir
Obama and Iraq War: Combat Ends as Mid-Term Elections Draw Closer
President Obama ends combat in Iraq as midterm elections draw nearer.
Sep 1, 2010 - Eyrun Bernhardsdottir
Globalisation: Economical and Environmental Consequences
Globalisation as a strong force within the international political economy deeply affects the environment, aboriginals, and natural reserves.
Aug 26, 2010 - Eyrun Bernhardsdottir
The Effect of the Recession upon the Average Worker
The recession has greatly affected the average worker in the UK - but it's not all negative.
Aug 23, 2010 - Eyrun Bernhardsdottir
Francis Fukuyama and the End of History: Criticisms & Complaints
At the end of the Cold War, in 1989, Francis Fukuyama declared the end of history. This article will criticise some of his notions.
Aug 18, 2010 - Eyrun Bernhardsdottir
The UK Emergency Budget: Cuts, Coalitions and Criticisms
The economy would have been able to survive a hung parliament, but it will struggle surviving the coalition.
Aug 16, 2010 - Eyrun Bernhardsdottir
Fantasy Football: What Lies in Winning?
Prizes between different fantasy football games vary - but the game is about winning, more so than prizes.
Aug 16, 2010 - Eyrun Bernhardsdottir
Oppression or Liberty: the Paternal Society, France and the Burqa
Although attempting female liberation, the burqa ban in France leads to female oppression as much as the burqa itself does.
Aug 12, 2010 - Eyrun Bernhardsdottir
No Space for Diplomacy?: George W. Bush and Iran
Despite economic sanctions in place, George W. Bush favoured tough rhetoric and threats when it came to Iranian relations.
Aug 10, 2010 - Eyrun Bernhardsdottir