Council of Councils
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Introduction
Over the last several decades, governments have collectively pledged to slow global warming. But despite intensified diplomacy, the world is already facing the consequences of climate…
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April 23, 2007
United States
America’s Vulnerable Energy Grid
Rising demand stands to increase the strain on the already taxed U.S. power grid. Without intervention, the system could become even more susceptible to terrorist attacks and acts of nature.
December 1, 2013
Wars and Conflict
Balance of U.S. War Powers
There have long been disputes over the role of Congress and the president in waging military action.
July 22, 2019
United Kingdom
What Brexit Means
Brexit supporters argue that the EU threatens sovereignty and stifles growth, while opponents counter that EU membership strengthens trade, investment, and the UK’s standing in the world.
June 21, 2017
Intelligence
The FBI’s Role in National Security
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has been reoriented toward counterterrorism in recent years, but continues to face charges of overreach.
March 24, 2009
Economic Crises
Primer: The Financial Stability Plan
A brief look at how the U.S. government plans to use taxpayer funds and other incentives to cleanse the balance sheets of banks and revitalize credit markets.