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The Great Lakes have always been the foundation of the Midwest economy, but in a world where fresh water is in short supply, this resource is more valuable than ever.

This report calls on the United States to use the power of the agriculture and food sector to reduce the reality and risks of malnutrition globally.

This book draws on the latest scholarship into global cities to explore how global cities run the world.

Across party lines, the results of this Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey reveal that the US public and leaders largely agree on US foreign policy.

2015 Chicago Council Survey data show that Americans favor lifting the trade embargo on Cuba and believe the changes will benefit both countries.

This survey shows a majority of Americans support the broad outlines of an agreement with Iran to limit its nuclear program to civilian uses.

2015 Chicago Council Survey results demonstrate the American public remains committed to engagement in the world.

A 2015 survey from the Chicago Council on Global Affairs finds partisan gap on immigration issues, driven by Democrats' shift, is widest yet.

In this survey from the Chicago Council on Global Affairs, Americans say that Middle East is the focus for US national security.

The 2015 Chicago Council Survey finds roughly four in 10 Americans believe climate change is a serious problem.

The question of whether global cities should have their own foreign policy has been hotly debated, but recent developments have changed the calculus.

In the United States, Democrats and Republicans remain at opposite ends of the spectrum in terms of prioritizing climate change.

Cities like Chicago compete to lure corporate headquarters to town, but most moves come with a fraction of the jobs—usually a handful of executives.

As retail-led agricultural marketing systems in emerging economies continue to develop, governments, NGOs, and companies can benefit from each other's experiences and examples to date.

Networks like C40 or the Healthy Cities Network show cities have a great potential to mobilize forces across boundaries and shape international agendas.

This report outlines two recommendations for how cities can address climate change overall and ultimately succeed in a lower-carbon world.

This paper offers actions businesses, governments, foundations, and community organizations can explore to ramp up ecosystems for future youth entrepreneurs.

Ivo Daalder discusses Barack Obama's European legacy.

Feeding cities presents a major opportunity to improve the plight of millions of small-scale farmers and rural residents trapped in subsistence agriculture and joblessness.

The report examines two important locales experienced by refugees: permanent camp settings, such as in Za’atari, Jordan, and transitory arrival centers, such as in Lampedusa, Italy.

Saeid Golkar discusses Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

This report looks at chronic violence and community resilience in the US and around the world and makes policy recommendations for addressing chronic violence in urban areas.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog post explores if economic inequality is the inevitable consequence of becoming a globally powerful city.

Cyber theft has cost the US economy billions of dollars and has resulted in the loss of millions of jobs. The government is now being pressured to develop more comprehensive cybersecurity regulations.

The 2016 Chicago Council Survey shows 75 percent of Americans support either maintaining or increasing the United States' commitment to NATO.

Although Donald Trump is the clear frontrunner for Republicans, the Chicago Council Survey finds that some key issues are still a challenge for those who supported another candidate.

Survey data shows Sanders supporters are concerned about global overreach and that it comes at the expense of the economy and general quality of life.

Despite the challenges, Rio has accomplished more in the years preparing to host the Olympics than it could have without being awarded this international honor.

Survey data shows that while Americans favor military action against violent extremist groups, they are less supportive of US involvement in Syria.

As recent polling data shows, most Americans have a positive opinion of free trade but are concerned about the threat of trade on job security.

Over the past year, Donald Trump has been able to channel the anxieties of a significant segment of the American public into a powerful political force, taking him to the doorstep of the White House.

Is the United States retreating from the world? Anyone watching the presidential campaign can be forgiven for thinking that Americans want little to do with what occurs beyond their borders.

Polling data shows that although Americans believe that Russia is acting to contain US power, the US public favors cooperation and engagement rather than containing Russia.

Ivo Daalder speaks on several items of breaking news including National Intelligence Chief James Clapper resigning, Trumps first meeting with an international leader, and former Trump critic being considered for cabinet.

Recent survey findings show that policies focused on furthering US energy independence are most likely to gain bipartisan support.

Changes in the public's opinion within the last year will offer some insight into the stability of the relationship between the United States and China.

Cities may face some challenges with neighbors in the suburbs while trying to establish policies supporting immigration.

Thirty leaders from Latin American and Caribbean countries met to discuss how to improve safety, reduce violence, and ultimately better the lives of young people living in cities.

Survey data shows thirty-year lows for American views of Russia.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey indicates the US and Japan have mutually positive views of each other’s leadership efforts.

Even everyday Republicans are now more positive than Democrats toward Russia, according to several opinion polls.

As the new administration deemphasizes global engagement, sister cities such as Chicago and Mexico City show walls can't destroy the bridges cities have built.

In an era of geopolitical turbulence, urban leaders will have to demand representation at international institutions—or take more radical action.

This report examines how immigrants have helped offset native-born population loss and revitalized an aging workforce in 40-plus Midwestern metro areas between 2000 and 2015.

There's bipartisan consensus on active US engagement with the world, maintaining US alliances around the globe, and the benefits of international trade.

Survey data shows the American public is more attuned to the view of “The Blob,” those working in government, than to President Trump’s views.

Chicago elected officials and environmental leaders react to President Trump's decision to withdraw the U.S. from the Paris climate accord.

The vision for Chicago’s global strategy begins with an inventory of the city’s assets, needs, and opportunities.

This report is the product of an international effort between Mayor Rahm Emanuel of Chicago and Mayor Anne Hidalgo of Paris to advance the discussion over how to transform neglected urban waterways.

New Chicago Council Survey results show a majority of Americans support maintaining or increasing sanctions against Russia and views the nation as a greater threat than in previous years.