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United States

Biden’s Foreign Policy Takes Shape

Biden drew the curtain on the disastrous Trump era, emphasizing the nation’s strength at home determines its success abroad—and vice versa.

Blog Post by Stewart M. Patrick February 8, 2021 The Internationalist
United States

Lessons Learned With Tony Coles

Tony Coles in conversation on his distinguished career in medicine and biotechnology, including his roles as CEO of Cerevel Therapeutics and chairman and founder of Yumanity Therapeutics where he was instrumental in advancing potential new treatments for Parkinson's disease and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (Lou Gehrig's disease). Lessons Learned is a roundtable series, open to term members and younger life members, which features distinguished speakers who reflect on their career experiences, the choices they made along the way, and the lessons they have learned from them.

Virtual Event by Tony Coles February 8, 2021
Middle East and North Africa

How Severe Is Yemen’s Humanitarian Crisis?

Yemen was suffering one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises. Then the pandemic struck. Now famine is looming, and signals of changing U.S. policy are being closely watched for how that could affect essential aid.

In Brief by Kali Robinson February 4, 2021

United States

Term Member Discussion on Brexit: What Does the Deal Mean for Europe and the United States?

A discussion on the consequences of the Brexit deal and what this means for the United Kingdom's relations with the European Union and the United States. CFR's Stephen M. Kellen Term Member Program is pleased to be hosting this event with the American Council on Germany's Young Leaders Program.

Virtual Event by Marisa K. Bellack, Björn Finke and Megan E. Greene February 5, 2021
China

China’s Abuse of the Uighurs: Does the Genocide Label Fit?

While multiple reports indicate that China has committed major abuses of the Uighur minority group, determining the most serious charges is difficult.

by John B. Bellinger III February 3, 2021 U.S. Foreign Policy Program
Terrorism and Counterterrorism

'The Most Persistent and Lethal Threat'

For years, security experts have warned that white nationalist and white supremacist extremism represent the most significant domestic terrorism threat to the United States. Now, in the wake of the attack on the U.S. Capitol, the country seems to be gaining clarity about the seriousness of the situation for the first time. How did we get here, and what can be done?

Podcast with Gabrielle Sierra, Bruce Hoffman and Cynthia Miller-Idriss February 3, 2021 Why It Matters
Cuba

U.S.-Cuba Relations

Communist Cuba was a major foreign policy challenge for the United States during the Cold War. Though tensions still linger, the relationship has thawed considerably in recent years.

Backgrounder by CFR.org Editors February 2, 2021
Climate Change

Envisioning a Green New Deal: A Global Comparison

The Green New Deal has motivated those who want the United States to undertake unprecedented climate action, but it has also drawn backlash. How is the rest of the world grappling with decarbonization?

Backgrounder by Andrew Chatzky and Anshu Siripurapu February 1, 2021
Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)

What’s Next for the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)?

Though President Trump withdrew from the TPP, the remaining members of the trade pact have forged ahead with a new version, leaving the U.S. role in the Asia-Pacific in question.

Backgrounder by James McBride, Andrew Chatzky and Anshu Siripurapu February 1, 2021
United States

Biden v. Trump on Growth: What the Market Thinks

In his October debate with Joe Biden, Donald Trump predicted that the stock market would crash if his rival were elected. Instead, the S&P500 index has, since the election, soared by more than 14…

Blog Post by Benn Steil and Benjamin Della Rocca January 29, 2021 Geo-Graphics
Transition 2021

Countering Violent Extremism: Three Moves Biden Should Make Now

The United States should implement a broad-based strategy to counter the growing threat of violent extremism at home and abroad. Here are three items the Biden administration can focus on.

In Brief by Farah Pandith and Jacob Ware January 28, 2021
United States

Academic Webinar: American Isolationism vs. Internationalism

Charles A. Kupchan, senior fellow at CFR and professor of international affairs at Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service and Department of Government, and Leslie Vinjamuri, director of th…

Conference Call with Charles A. Kupchan and Leslie Vinjamuri January 27, 2021 Academic and Higher Education Webinars and Conference Calls
LGBTQ+

A Term Member Discussion on Global LGBTQ+ Rights and Foreign Policy

Panelists discuss global LGBTQ+ rights, and LGBTQ+ policy as a key component of international human rights and U.S. foreign policy.

Virtual Event by Mira Patel and Kimahli Powell January 27, 2021
Coronavirus

What Is the Defense Production Act?

Presidents Trump and Biden have turned to the Defense Production Act to deal with a shortage of critical medical supplies during the coronavirus pandemic. What does the law do?

In Brief by Anshu Siripurapu January 26, 2021
Religion

COVID-19 and Domestic Equity

J. Nadine Gracia, executive vice president and chief operating officer at Trust for America’s Health, and Jennifer Nuzzo, senior fellow for global health at CFR, discuss the COVID-19 vaccine and ensu…

Conference Call with J. Nadine Gracia and Jennifer Nuzzo January 26, 2021 Religion and Foreign Policy Webinars/Conference Calls