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Russian Public Support for Military Action in Ukraine Holds Steady

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Running Numbers by Dina Smeltz

While more Russians say Moscow should start negotiations than continue fighting, their aim may be to solidify gains rather than making real compromises for peace.

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Global Voices, Local Action

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Impact Stories by Rachel Abrams

Global Cities Officer Rachel Abrams reflects on connecting city leaders from oceans away.

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Global Cities

Declining Midwest Communities Push Further Right in 2022 Midterms

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Global Insight by Coauthors

Though working-class voters continue to be disillusioned, place-based investments can help restore confidence and heal our polarized politics.

Ohio Intel factory.
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Global Cities

Pathways to Peace: Reflections on the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

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Global Insight by Paul Fitchen

Despite 75 years of struggle, two scholars remain cautiously optimistic about the future.

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How Israeli-Palestinian Peace Continues to Elude Us 75 Years Later

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Running Numbers by Paul Fitchen

Public opinion signals the conflict is in dire need of stronger leadership and more practical policies.

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Agricultural Investment: Foreign Aid for Global Prosperity

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Global Food for Thought by Cedric Habiyaremye

Activities to support resilient livelihoods must be combined with peacebuilding, conflict resolution efforts, and investment in food security.

A woman purchases vegetables at an outdoor food market.
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Food and Agriculture

Pan-African Attitudes on Gerontocracy

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Running Numbers by Emma Geiser

As the youngest continent in the world, Africans want upper age limits for elected officials while still respecting elders.

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Does Older Mean Wiser? US Views on Gerontocracy

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Running Numbers by Emma Geiser

While Americans broadly support upper age limits for federal elected officials, age is not their top consideration when choosing a candidate.

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With 20-Year Hindsight, Public Opinion and the Iraq War

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Running Numbers by Dina Smeltz

To be suspicious of Iraq was part of the American zeitgeist long before 2003, survey data show.

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Women's Success Is the World's Success

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Impact Stories by Catherine Bertini

Council Distinguished Fellow and Former Executive Director of the World Food Program Catherine Bertini reflects on why elevating women and girls worldwide matters.

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