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Steven Denney
Steven Denney is a doctoral student in the department of political science at the University of Toronto. He is the managing editor of the research site Sino-NK and holds an MA in Global Affairs and Policy from Yonsei University. Steven’s research interests span two fields: politics and society of Korea and political culture. The former interest speaks to his inner Koreanist while his disciplinary training drives the latter.
Follow him on Twitter: @StevenDenney86.
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May 02, 2015
South Korea's Generation Gap
By Steven Denney
Young South Koreans have different attitudes on family issues, from caring for parents to cohabitation before marriage.
April 30, 2015
South Korea's Liberal Party Woes Continue
By Steven Denney
Despite low approval ratings for the ruling party, South Korea's opposition didn't fare well in by-elections.
April 25, 2015
US-South Korea: A Pragmatic Alliance?
By Steven Denney
South Koreans are taking an increasingly pragmatic view toward their relationship with the U.S.
April 18, 2015
‘Ambassadors’ and Prostitutes: South Korea’s Sex Workers
By Steven Denney
A court challenge to South Korea's Special Law on Sex Trade brings the debate over prostitution out in the open.
April 09, 2015
The Sad Plight of South Korea’s Migrant Workers
By Steven Denney
South Korea's migrant workers commonly face exploitation, but have little legal recourse.
April 04, 2015
South Korea's History Textbook Controversy
By Steven Denney
A South Korean court ruled in favor of allowing the Ministry of Education to mandate history textbook revisions.
April 02, 2015
South Korea's Liberal Opposition Implodes
By Steven Denney
Defections in the NPAD have the party facing serious challenges from its own former members.
March 28, 2015
North Korea Unmasks Spies in Televised Press Conference
By Steven Denney
The press conference is part of North Korea's strategy to paint the outside world as a frightening place.
March 22, 2015
South Koreans Are Getting Older. Can the Country Cope?
By Steven Denney
Dealing with its growing population of elderly will be a significant test for South Korea.
March 19, 2015
South Korea's New Spy Chief Under Fire
By Steven Denney
The nominee to lead NIS is questioned for his patriotism and his perceptions of history.
March 04, 2015
Who Are Modern Korea's 'Founding Fathers'?
By Steven Denney
A look at the figures Koreans see as emblematic of their independence movement.
February 27, 2015
In South Korea, Changing Attitudes Toward Marriage
By Steven Denney
South Koreans increasingly see marriage as less imperative and cohabitation as more acceptable.