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A podcast unpacking critical issues underpinning China’s emergence as a global power.
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China has emerged as one of the 21st century’s most consequential nations, making it more important than ever to understand how the country is governed. True to the name Pekingology, or the study of the political behavior of the People’s Republic of China, this podcast aims to unpack the behavior of the Chinese Communist Party and implications these actions have within China and for U.S.-China relations. Jude Blanchette, the Freeman Chair in China Studies at CSIS, is joined by various expert ...
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Russian Roulette takes a look at the politics, economics, and culture of Russia and Eurasia through both interviews and lively discussion with experts from the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) and around the world. Hosted by CSIS Russia and Eurasia Program experts Olga Oliker and Jeffrey Mankoff.
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Hosted by Max Bergmann, director of the Stuart Center and the Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program, and Donatienne Ruy, director of the Abshire-Inamori Leadership Academy at CSIS, “The Eurofile” looks at Europe through a Washington lens. We will discuss, debate, and dissect the big issues consuming Europe with some of the leading voices from the transatlantic community. We’ll try to make sense of developments in Brussels, break down European elections, and discuss all the issues roiling trans ...
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A weekly analysis of the complex policy issues driving the news.
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Audio Briefs brings you CSIS publications in audio form. Listen to short, spoken-word summaries from CSIS experts about their latest reports, or hear a full audio version of any CSIS commentary.
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Energy 360 examines the energy landscape from the intersection of policy, markets, technologies, and geopolitics. With commentary from leading energy and CSIS experts, we provide context and perspective on the most critical issues shaping energy today. Hosted by the CSIS Energy and National Security Program.
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CSIS Smart Women, Smart Power is a speaker series on women in international business and global affairs. The weekly podcast features leading women from the corporate, government, and national security worlds discussing top international issues. This podcast series is made possible with support from Citigroup.
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North Korea is the Impossible State. Each episode, join the people who know the most about North Korea for an insiders’ discussion with host H. Andrew Schwartz and Victor Cha about one of the United States’ top national security priorities. Email your questions to ImpossibleState@csis.org.
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Fearless music activists. Savvy tech entrepreneurs. Social disrupters. Into Africa shatters the narratives that dominate U.S. perceptions of Africa. Host Mvemba Phezo Dizolele, Africa program director and senior fellow at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) in Washington D.C., sits down with policymakers, journalists, academics and other trailblazers in African affairs to shine a spotlight on the faces spearheading cultural, political, and economic change on the continent.
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Trade experts Scott Miller and Bill Reinsch break down the buzz around trade, how it affects policy, and how it impacts your day-to-day. The Trade Guys is hosted every week by H. Andrew Schwartz at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), a nonpartisan think tank in Washington, D.C. Email your questions to TradeGuys@csis.org.
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The “Asia Chessboard” features in-depth conversations with the most prominent strategic thinkers on Asia. Co-hosts Jude Blanchette, Freeman Chair in China Studies at CSIS, and Michael Green, Henry A. Kissinger Chair at CSIS and CEO of the United States Studies Centre, take the debate beyond the headlines of the day to explore the historical context and inside decision-making process on major geopolitical developments from the Himalayas to the South China Sea. Experience the hard calls and co ...
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Greg Poling, Elina Noor, and Japhet Quitzon highlight the most important news from Southeast Asia and dive into candid conversations with leading voices on the region and U.S. foreign policy. We’ll cover everything you want to know about Southeast Asia. Geopolitics in the region? Recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic? Democracy and human rights? Nothing is off limits! So join us for “Southeast Asia Radio” every other Thursday, wherever you get your podcasts.
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The CSIS Americas Program podcast looks at the politics and policies of the 35 countries in the Western Hemisphere. It especially focuses on U.S. engagement with the region, whether on trade, diplomacy, or security issues like drugs and terrorism. Guests include top policymakers from the U.S. and other countries.
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Take as Directed
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Take as Directed is the podcast series of the CSIS Global Health Policy Center. It highlights important news, events, issues, and perspectives in global health policy, particularly in infectious disease, health security, and maternal, newborn, and child health. The podcast brings you commentary and perspectives from some of the leading voices in global health and CSIS Global Health Policy Center in-house experts
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The CommonHealth
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The CommonHealth is the podcast of the CSIS Bipartisan Alliance for Global Health Security. On The CommonHealth, hosts J. Stephen Morrison, Katherine Bliss, and Andrew Schwartz delve deeply into the puzzle that connects pandemic preparedness and response, HIV/AIDS, routine immunization, and primary care, areas of huge import to human and national security. The CommonHealth replaces under a single podcast the Coronavirus Crisis Update, Pandemic Planet and AIDS Existential Moment.
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The world's top leaders and thinkers come to CSIS to discuss pressing global challenges. Each week, “Curated Conversations” culls the most critical of these discussions. For more on CSIS events, visit csis.org/events.
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A weekly podcast from the Asia experts at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, who provide analysis on policy and trends in the region.
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The AMTI Podcast covers developments in the Asia-Pacific maritime domain, from land reclamation, to fisheries disputes.
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Today’s food insecurity requires new solutions. Have policymakers kept up, or are they relying on yesterday’s answers? On the Reset the Table podcast, CSIS Global Food Security Program director Caitlin Welsh makes room at the table for fresh ideas for solving food insecurity around the world—and right here at home.
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Intersections: Where Human Rights and Democracy Meet
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The battle for democracy will be fought one human rights issue at a time. In this biweekly podcast from the CSIS Human Rights Initiative, host Marti Flacks tackles current events with activists and policymakers at the center of global efforts to promote human rights and build stronger, more sustainable democracies. Share your feedback at humanrights@csis.org.
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Shannon N. Green, former director and senior fellow of the CSIS Human Rights Initiative and former managing director of CSIS’s Commission on Countering Violent Extremism (CVE), explored the violent extremism phenomenon – its causes, manifestations, and responses. In each episode, Shannon sat down with a different expert or practitioner, building a mosaic of voices and perspectives on CVE from all around the world.
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Building the Future: Freedom, Prosperity, and Foreign Policy with Dan Runde
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Hosted by Dan Runde, William A. Schreyer Chair and Director, Project on Prosperity and Development, Building the Future explores topics at the intersection of global development, foreign policy, and national security. In each episode, Dan sits down for a discussion with a leading expert from government, the private sector, and international organizations to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the world today.
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AI. Social Media. Blockchain. Gene-edited babies. Are these the greatest innovations in history or the greatest threat to humanity? Humanity, Wired makes sense of the human rights impact of technology today and tomorrow. Host Amy Lehr, Human Rights Initiative director at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) in Washington D.C., sits down with human rights defenders, policymakers and technologists to discuss how to make technology work for us, not against us.
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America has an unusual history. It did not begin with ethnic homogeneity or a long, shared cultural history. It began as a set of ideals enshrined in our Constitution and the Bill of Rights. In “The Engine Room of Democracy,” CSIS President and CEO John J. Hamre discusses with former government officials and policymakers how the fundamental ideals in our constitutional democracy are applied every day and why these ideals should remain the bedrock of our society.
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Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi on bipartisan efforts to counter China
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This podcast episode of The Truth of the Matter features Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi, ranking member of the House Select Committee on Strategic Competition between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). The discussion covers bipartisan efforts to address U.S.-China competition in technology, economics, and national security…
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China Makes Progress on Its Fifth Antarctic Research Station
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An audio version of “China Makes Progress on Its Fifth Antarctic Research Station,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Matthew P. Funaiole, Brian Hart, Aidan Powers-Riggs, Jennifer Jun, and Joseph S. Bermudez Jr. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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Trade, Tariffs, and the Future of U.S.-Canada Relations
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The re-election of President Donald Trump has sent reverberations throughout Mexico and Canada, the United States’ closest neighbors and largest trading partners. Of particular concern is Trump’s threat to impose tariffs on Canadian and Mexican exports into the United States, a threat which will undoubtedly color U.S. relations with its two neighbo…
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2024 Year-End Review and a Conversation on French Politics with Georgina Wright
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Max and Donatienne recap the major stories that shaped 2024 and look ahead at the coming year. They are then joined by Georgina Wright, Senior Fellow and Deputy Director for International Studies at Institut Montaigne, for a discussion on the political turmoil currently roiling France. Learn more: Russian Roulette | CSIS Podcasts…
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“Sudan’s Humanitarian Crisis: What Was Old Is New Again”: Audio Brief with Cameron Hudson
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A short, spoken-word summary from CSIS’s Cameron Hudson on his report with Michelle Strucke, Sudan’s Humanitarian Crisis: What Was Old Is New Again.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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This week Mike hosts Richard Heydarian, Senior Lecturer at the University of the Philippines Asian Center and author of, among others, Asia’s New Battlefield (2015, Bloomsbury) & The Indo-Pacific: Trump, China & The New Struggle for Global Mastery (2019, Palgrave), to discuss the Philippines' foreign policy, relationships, and strategy in the Indo-…
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China-North Korea Evolving Relations: A Conversation with Dr. Feng Zhang
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In this episode of the ChinaPower Podcast, Dr. Feng Zhang joins us to discuss China-North Korea relations in light of the growing Russia-North Korea relationship and deployment of North Korean troops to support Russia. Dr. Zhang discusses how the China-North Korea relationship has suffered in recent years, in part due to China joining UN sanctions …
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To Infinity and Beyond: Open AI to the New Space Race
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Before OpenAI was the household name it is today, the leading artificial intelligence company began as a non-profit organization with an uncertain future. In 2018, Ashley Pilipiszyn had a decision to make: take a risk and be an early employee of a start-up or focus on finishing her PhD. On this episode, Kathleen McInnis and Lauren Bedula explore As…
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Southeast Asia Radio’s Third Annual Holiday Special
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Greg and Elina answer questions from Andreyka Natalegawa, Japhet Quitzon, Leon Cao, Lauren Mai, and Monica Sato for this year’s special holiday episode.By CSIS | Center for Strategic and International Studies
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Africa’s bid for two permanent UNSC seats (with Amb. Martin Kimani)
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This holiday season, we’re dreaming of a just and representative global order. Catherine Nzuki is joined by Ambassador Martin Kimani, PhD, the Executive Director of New York University’s Center on International Cooperation. He was previously the Permanent Representative of Kenya to the United Nations (UN). In this episode, we take a deep dive into …
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Silicon Surrender: How Ending Russian Electronics Imports Supports Negotiations
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An audio version of “Silicon Surrender: How Ending Russian Electronics Imports Supports Negotiations,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Benjamin Jensen. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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Escalation as a Path to Peace: Risk Tolerance and Negotiations in Ukraine
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An audio version of “Escalation as a Path to Peace: Risk Tolerance and Negotiations in Ukraine,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Lachlan MacKenzie. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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An audio version of “Ukraine’s Westward Shift,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Alexander Palmer. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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Winter is Coming: How Energy and Economics Will Impact Negotiations in Ukraine
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An audio version of “Winter is Coming: How Energy and Economics Will Impact Negotiations in Ukraine,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Benjamin Jensen. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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Winning the Peace Means Winning the Information War
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An audio version of “Winning the Peace Means Winning the Information War,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Emily Harding and Julia Dickson. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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What Role Can Turkey Play in Ukraine Negotiations?
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An audio version of “What Role Can Turkey Play in Ukraine Negotiations?,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Yasir Atalan. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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Why China’s UAV Supply Chain Restrictions Weaken Ukraine’s Negotiating Power
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An audio version of “Why China’s UAV Supply Chain Restrictions Weaken Ukraine’s Negotiating Power,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Aosheng Pusztaszeri. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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The Demographic Dilemma: Why Military Support Must Consider Population Trends
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An audio version of “The Demographic Dilemma: Why Military Support Must Consider Population Trends,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Benjamin Jensen with Mark Montgomery. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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Farming Frontlines: How Food and Agriculture Will Impact Negotiations in Ukraine
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An audio version of “Farming Frontlines: How Food and Agriculture Will Impact Negotiations in Ukraine,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Caitlin Welsh and Emma Dodd. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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Putin Thinks He Can Win: Why Would He Negotiate?
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An audio version of “Putin Thinks He Can Win: Why Would He Negotiate?,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Emily Harding and Aosheng Pusztaszeri. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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The Arsenal of Instability: How Expanding Western Defense Production Impacts Negotiations in Ukraine
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An audio version of “The Arsenal of Instability: How Expanding Western Defense Production Impacts Negotiations in Ukraine,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Alexander Palmer and Audrey Aldisert. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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In this episode, Dr. Victor Cha, Dr. Darcie Draudt-Véjares, and Mr. Bruce Klingner discuss the current political situation in South Korea. Topics will include updates on President Yoon's martial law, his impeachment, what's next for the Korean peninsula and US-ROK alliance, and more.By CSIS | Center for Strategic and International Studies
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The War in Ukraine in 2025 with Michael Kofman
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Max and Maria were joined by Russian military expert Michael Kofman to discuss where the war in Ukraine may be headed in the year to come. With a new administration in Washington and political turmoil across Europe, Russia continuing to make grinding gains on the battlefield, and calls for some sort of negotiated settlement rising, the next six mon…
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House of Huawei: The Secret History of China’s Most Powerful Company
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Eva Dou, technology policy reporter at The Washington Post, joins the podcast to discuss her new book, House of Huawei: The Secret History of China’s Most Powerful Company, as well as U.S. suspicion of the company and why it worries policymakers.By CSIS | Center for Strategic and International Studies
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To Bolster Global Food and Water Security, Strengthen U.S. Policy Coordination
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An audio version of “To Bolster Global Food and Water Security, Strengthen U.S. Policy Coordination,” a new commentary by CSIS’s David Michel and Caitlin Welsh. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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To Promote U.S. Investment in Ukraine’s Reconstruction, Appoint a Special Presidential Envoy to Coordinate U.S. Efforts
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An audio version of “To Promote U.S. Investment in Ukraine’s Reconstruction, Appoint a Special Presidential Envoy to Coordinate U.S. Efforts,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Romina Bandura. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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To Ensure Effective Foreign Policy, Reengage on Women’s Economic Empowerment
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An audio version of “To Ensure Effective Foreign Policy, Reengage on Women’s Economic Empowerment,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Hadeil Ali. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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To Navigate Global Health Replenishments, Treat Them as U.S. National Security Tools
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An audio version of “To Navigate Global Health Replenishments, Treat Them as U.S. National Security Tools,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Katherine E. Bliss and J. Stephen Morrison. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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To Address Increasing Crises, Incentivize Locally Led Surge Capacity and Prepare for Multidimensional Crisis Response
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An audio version of “To Address Increasing Crises, Incentivize Locally Led Surge Capacity and Prepare for Multidimensional Crisis Response,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Michelle Strucke. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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The Transition: Climate Progress Under Trump?
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Could President-elect Trump’s policies lower greenhouse gas emissions? How much influence does the president have over U.S. emissions? This week, Joseph and Quill discuss opportunities for climate progress in the coming years with Robin Millican of Breakthrough Energy and Lisa Friedman of the New York Times.…
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Dan Diamond, National Health Reporter, Washington Post: “Everything feels grey to me...”
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Dan Diamond, the national health reporter at the Washington Post, reflects on the shock of both United Health executive Brian Thompson’s tragic murder and the subsequent tsunami of anger and glee on social media. We’ve entered “a staggering moment” that does not feel real, but nonetheless reveals the remarkable depth of discontent with the American…
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