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Washington is already behind in the race to secure critical minerals and rare earth elements. This report presents a path forward.
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Republican Party supporters stand out as the only partisans in favor of using the military for domestic law enforcement, to suppress protests, and to control immigration.
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"Around the world, autocrats have recognized the power of comedians to puncture preferred narratives, undermine authority and stoke dissent," Suzanne Nossel writes.
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From peace and security to climate and technology, Council experts weigh in on whether the United Nations can still deliver on its founding mission.
Global Leadership Awards Dinner 2025
Join us for the 22nd Annual Global Leadership Awards Dinner on Wednesday, October 29. Honoring The Right Honourable Justin Trudeau, former prime minister of Canada; Tanya and Michael Polsky; and Regina Cross, Council Emerging Leaders alumna.
Council Welcomes Distinguished Fellow Kathleen Hicks
Kathleen Hicks, who served as the 35th US deputy secretary of defense, joins the Council's roster of esteemed experts.
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