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Trade and Globalization

Rebuilding Gaza – and Representing the Palestinian People

In the aftermath of the most recent Gaza conflict, which ended with a ceasefire in late August, the critically debilitated 140 square mile strip is facing ...

BY Institute Contributor

Blog Post

09.26.2014
Trade and Globalization

A Tale of Two Cities: The Next European Utopia

Europe traveled a unique road to the current Union, shaped by World War and power personas. The author envisions a more democratic European Union, in concert rather than conflict with the political systems it encompasses, and infused with a stronger sense of 'European identity" borne of service and a shared future.

BY José M. de Areilza

Blog Post

09.22.2014
Defense Policy

Can They Do It?

If Virginia Senator Tim Kaine gets his way, the United States Congress will take up its constitutional duty and hold a debate about whether and how America should launch an attack on the insurgent group known as Islamic State. Can today's congress, with its dismal approval ratings, partisan gridlock and anemic legislative output rise to the occasion?

Blog Post

09.17.2014
Communications

The Apple Watch Will Make People and Computers More Intimate

The new device will bring us one step closer to human-machine symbiosis.

BY Walter Isaacson

Blog Post

09.11.2014
Urban Innovation

National Service is an American Value

On the anniversary of 9/11, which also marks the 20th year of AmeriCorps, a powerful call for an expansion of national service as a way to unite and strengthen our nation.

BY Robert Gates, & 1 more

Blog Post

09.11.2014
World Affairs

The Do-Nothing Congress Does Nothing Again

As Congress heads into a short legislative period before breaking again to campaign, there are simply no political incentives for either party to focus on taking legislative action, though much work remains to be done.

Blog Post

09.10.2014
Urban Innovation

On National Service and National Resilience

How can we enhance our national resilience in these difficult times? One sure way is to dramatically increase the number of Americans who have the opportunity to serve their nation.

BY Michèle Flournoy

Blog Post

09.10.2014
World Affairs

Henry Kissinger Reminds Us Why Realism Matters

When Henry Kissinger talks about world order, to some it might seem as if he is living in a previous century. The 17th, perhaps.

BY Walter Isaacson

Blog Post

09.05.2014
Arts

From evaluation to inspiration

In a culture obsessed with measuring talent, ability, and potential, we often overlook the important role of inspiration in enabling potential.

BY Scott Barry Kaufman

Blog Post

09.04.2014
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