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Women's Success Is the World's Success | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
Council Distinguished Fellow and Former Executive Director of the World Food Program Catherine Bertini reflects on why elevating women and girls worldwide matters.
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2017 Chicago Council Survey | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
The 2017 Chicago Council Survey, conducted six months into the Trump administration, tested the appeal of "America First" ideas among the American public.
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Americans Continue to Back South Korea | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
A majority support using US troops to defend Seoul should North Korea invade, Council polling shows.
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The Case for Inclusive Agricultural Development | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
Amid shifts towards inclusive agricultural development, the Center for Global Food and Agriculture offers policy recommendations for further US government action.
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2021 Chicago Council Survey | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
While the Biden administration seems to understand where Americans stand on China and domestic renewal to support global competitiveness, the data disproves their assumptions that Americans are skeptical about trade and weary of US global engagement
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I am Gita | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
This essay appears in the book The End of Hunger edited by Jenny Eaton Dyer and Cathleen Falsani.
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Centering Global Food Security for Global Prosperity | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
The Biden Administration has the opportunity to build on a strong foundation of food and nutrition security programs to alleviate hunger and malnutrition.
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Defining the Path to Zero Hunger in an Equitable World | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
The Center on Global Food and Agriculture provides a bold vision for a 21st Century of zero hunger in a healthier and more equitable world.
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American Views of Immigration and Diversity | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
While half of Americans and a majority of Democrats say diversity makes the United States a better place to live, Republicans aren’t so sure.
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2019 Chicago Council Survey | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
The Council’s 2019 Survey establishes that retreating, relinquishing leadership, and abandoning alliances is not what the American public has in mind.
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2022 Public Attitudes on US Intelligence | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
Biden-era surveys affirm continued support for the intelligence community but also signal growing partisanship.
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Our New Gordian Knot | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
Roger Thurow examines the question of how to conquer global hunger and malnutrition while also saving the planet from the strain on our environment, biodiversity, and health.
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The Future of European Energy | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
The war in Ukraine has shifted public opinion toward energy independence, renewable power, and nuclear energy.
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2016 Chicago Council Survey | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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.
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Confidence in Congress Low | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
Results from the 2018 Chicago Council Survey indicate that trust in American political institutions is extremely low—especially so for congress.
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2016 Opinion Leader Survey | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
There's bipartisan consensus on active US engagement with the world, maintaining US alliances around the globe, and the benefits of international trade.
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Cities around the world charge to drive in certain downtown areas. Could Chicago follow? | Could Chicago adopt a cordoned pricing program?
A way to reduce traffic and pollution and improve city transit systems, cordoned pricing exists in several cities around the world. Could it work in Chicago?
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As China Rises, Americans Seek Closer Ties with Japan | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
As China rises in power, Americans support US bases in Japan and want to build strong relations with US allies in Asia.
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2020 Opinion Leaders Survey | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
We look at where foreign policy professionals and the American public align—and diverge—as Joe Biden takes office.
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Millennials Not That into Drones | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
In this Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog Craig Kafura explains Millennials’ lack of enthusiasm for drones.
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Most Americans See Value in International Trade | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
While the US public believes trade is good for the economy, it does favors some restrictions—especially on goods such as semiconductors.
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Americans More Concerned about Threats at Home Than Abroad | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
More Americans consider issues like weakening democracy and political polarization to be critical threats to the United States than foreign adversaries.
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2018 Chicago Council Survey | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
The Council’s 2018 survey indicates that Americans support US engagement in world affairs, the largest majority since 1974—aside from after Sept. 11, 2001.
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Burkina Faso: If It’s Not Broke, Don’t Break It | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
A military strengthened by American training, weapons, and intelligence helped create the very problem US assistance was meant to prevent.
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Refugee Apartheid and Ukraine | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
Over a million Ukrainian citizens have fled to other European countries. African, Asian, Caribbean nationals living in Ukraine may not be able to do the same.
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The Potential of Regenerative Agriculture | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
Investing in regenerative agriculture opens a world of possibilities for the agricultural sector.
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Unlocking the Potential of Civic Technology | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
Safeguarding methods of democratic influence is a core strategic mandate for city governments to legitimize technology.
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2015 Chicago Council Survey | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
2015 Chicago Council Survey results demonstrate the American public remains committed to engagement in the world.
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When digital nomads come to (Chi)town | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
From MedellÃn to Chicago, digital nomads are on the rise, contributing significantly to the global economy. But locals worry these visitors are pricing them out.
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Rio's Global Moment | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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.
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Starting Early | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
An essay about food insecurity and child hunger by Chicago Council on Global Affairs’ Roger Thurow.
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How the Council is Responding to the Shutdown   | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
How the Chicago Council on Global Affairs is handling the stay-at-home order due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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The Crisis of Food Deserts | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
Millions of Americans live in urban food deserts without access to fresh food. A Council Emerging Leaders report details how some cities are beginning to find a way forward.
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Cities as Geopolitical Testbeds of Digital Infrastructure | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
African cities have emerged as proxy arenas where different modes of international relations are given effect through the development of infrastructure.
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Embracing Dandelions as Food and Medicine | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
Through their connection to traditional food practices, dandelions challenge colonized notions of food security and provide students with the opportunity to reconnect with Indigenous food systems.
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America's Food Program for the Poor Should Focus on Nutrition
"Federal policymakers need to ensure that SNAP focuses more attention and resources on the diet quality of recipients," writes Dan Glickman with Ann Veneman.
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A Global Welcome: Metro Chicago's Approach to Immigrant Inclusion | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
Chicago is positioned to elevate itself as a bold city, capable of taking on cutting-edge policies and providing accessible opportunities for all residents.
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Americans See South Korea's Influence at All-Time High | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
Half favor using US forces to defend South Korea if invaded by North Korea, down from 55 percent in 2022.Â
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Leading Change in United Nations Organizations | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
This paper provides guidance for new leaders through various stages of the early days of UN leadership.
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Most Americans Supported Talks with Iran Prior to Hamas Attacks | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
But public opinion has likely shifted following Hamas' attacks on Israel.
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Year in Review: 2022 in Public Opinion | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
Reflect on the year with highlights from the Council's public opinion research and analysis.
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Calories Alone Will Not Feed the World | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
The world needs a healthier food environment that is easier for everyday people to navigate in order to achieve nutrition security.
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A New Goal for Agricultural AI: Gender Mainstreaming | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
The inclusion of gender mainstreaming in agricultural AI can help reduce gender inequity for female smallholder farmers.
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Cities Competing for Talent in the Global Economy | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
To thrive in today's tech and knowledge-driven economy, cities must attract cutting-edge businesses and support startups, yet neither is possible without educated workers, innovators, and entrepreneurs.
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2023 Survey of Public Opinion on US Foreign Policy | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
The ongoing war in Ukraine continues to impact American attitudes toward global engagement.
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Diplomacy in the Air on Korean Peninsula | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
Recent summits between Korean and American leaders may determine whether diplomacy or military confrontation will prevail in engaging North Korea.
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US Commitments in Nutrition and Health for a Better Future | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
The United States has made big pledges for global nutrition. Our white paper offers recommendations to turn commitments into action.
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1974 Chicago Council Survey | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
The inaugural Chicago Council Survey was conducted in December 1974 to seek and understand the views of the public and national leaders on a series of international questions.
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Bikes and Scooters on the Road to Net Zero? Yes, with Some 'Ifs' | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
Micromobility can play a major role in transportation decarbonization, but its potential varies depending on the conditions in which it's employed.
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Americans, Japanese, and South Koreans Wary of China's Intentions | Chicago Council on Global Affairs
American, Japanese, and South Korean publics see China as a more of a threat than a partner. Trilateral cooperation will be key to managing China's rise.