As anti-globalist populism continues to influence the decisions of national governments, local governments are exercising their ability to stand up on a national stage and act with autonomy. On this week's Deep Dish, Governor Claudio Orrego of Santiago, Chile joins us to discuss the unique challenges and advantages of his metropolitan constituency and how big cities can work together to enact change on a global scale.
Deep Dish: Global Cities – Advent of the Metropolitan Power
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#AskIvo: What's the Most Likely Outcome for Venezuela?
The political, economic, and humanitarian crises in Venezuela are getting worse and worse. Council President Ivo Daalder looks at where the long-troubled nation is headed.
Wait Just a Minute: John Mearsheimer
In this episode, John Mearsheimer, University of Chicago professor and co-director of the university’s Program on International Security Policy, explains what he thinks is wrong with the liberal hegemonic worldview, why he believes realism serves as a better lens, and whom he’d most like to debate on the subject.
Deep Dish: France’s Yellow Vest Protests Explained
Protesters in high-visibility vests have taken to the streets in France for weeks. Sophie Pedder of The Economist and Benjamin Haddad of the Atlantic Council explain what the demonstrations mean for France and Europe.
The Global Commitment to Sustainable Development: How Are We Doing?
With global investments and commitments to sustainable development seemingly strong, one wonders, how are we doing? Is the world on track to achieve these lofty goals?
Deep Dish: Admiral John Richardson on China, Russia, and the Future of the US Navy
The chief of naval operations explains how the US Navy can retain its supremacy in the years ahead—and against new and growing threats.
Deep Dish: Venezuela's Two Presidents
Venezuela has two claimants to presidential power: Juan Guaidó and Nicolás Maduro.
In Memory of Mrs. Margaret S. Hart
Mrs. Margaret S. Hart passed away on Sunday, January 27, 2019. She was an important donor of the Chicago Council on Global Affairs for over 50+ years and a wonderful partner in building a program series focused on Latin America.
#AskIvo: Are Europe and Germany Ready for Life after Angela Merkel?
From Berlin to Brussels, what can we expect after German Chancellor Angela Merkel leaves office? See Council President Ivo Daalder's response in the latest installment of #AskIvo.
Wait Just a Minute: US Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi
In this episode, US Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, a Council Emerging Leader Program alum, answers questions on the top global challenges facing the United States and what issues will be the most important during the 2020 presidential race.
This Week's Read: Will Trump Withdraw from NATO?
On a recent trip to Europe, people kept coming back to me with one question: Will the United States really withdraw from NATO this year?
Deep Dish: China's Slow Growth and America's Missing Trade Deal
China announced its slowest annual growth rate since 1990. At the same time, Beijing and Washington remain locked in a trade war.
This Week's Reads: Britain's Holiday from History
Britain’s holiday from history was supposed to end this week. However, Parliament voted 2-to-1 against Theresa May's Brexit deal.
#AskIvo: Is China’s Investment in Africa a Debt Trap?
China is investing billions of dollars in Africa each year. But is Beijing’s largesse made with the best of intentions? See Council President Ivo Daalder's response in the latest installment of #AskIvo.
Grandstanding in the Situation Room
It is not possible for the president to make well-considered decisions without the detail and knowledge of seasoned officials, including unpopular and dissenting views revealed in the memoranda that emerge from the Sit Room.
Deep Dish: The New US-Syria Policy
President Trump's decision to withdraw US troops from Syria will have wide-ranging consequences for US policy in Syria.