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Trump's task is to rebuild trust with Europe over Nato

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Financial Times
Ivo H. Daalder

As president, Trump will have to reassure allies that America's commitment to their security remains strong and unconditional.

Donald Trump speaking with supporters at a campaign rally at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Arizona.
Gage Skidmore
US Foreign Policy

This Presidential Election Was All about Identity, Not Qualities and Issues

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Running Numbers by Gregory Holyk

Trump's historical victory shows that elections have more to do with identity politics than with traditional criteria used to judge political candidates.

Front view of President elect Trump saluting a crowd after winning the 2016 US elections Public Opinion

The Rise Of Populism Abroad: It's Not Just Trump

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WBEZ
Ivo H. Daalder

The rise of a populist movement isn't limited to the United States. Scott Simon talks with Ivo Daalder and Aleksandr Hemon about populism abroad, and their view of an extraordinary election.

Donald Trump speaking at a rally in 2016 US Foreign Policy

Nobody loves a conspiracy theory more than Donald Trump

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Chicago Tribune
Richard C. Longworth

It's a conspiracy, folks. Only Donald Trump has it figured out, and only Donald Trump can save us from it.

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally at the Delaware County Fair, Thursday, Oct. 20, 2016, in Delaware, Ohio. US Foreign Policy

The best answer to Russian aggression is containment

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Financial Times
Ivo H. Daalder

Its greatest vulnerability is its economy, so strong sanctions will hurt, writes Ivo Daalder.

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What you need to know about Iraq's Mosul offensive

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CNBC
Ivo H. Daalder

Iraqi forces will retake Mosul after heavy fighting but rebuilding Iraq will take even longer, says Chicago Council on Global Affairs's Ivo Daalder.

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Opinion: Despite what Trump and Clinton say, Americans want the U.S. to be a global leader

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The Washington Post
Ivo H. Daalder

Is the United States retreating from the world? Anyone watching the presidential campaign can be forgiven for thinking that Americans want little to do with what occurs beyond their borders.

Fans cheer during the 2016 Ryder Cup at Hazeltine National Golf Club in Chaska, Minn. US Foreign Policy

Survey Of American Public Opinion On U.S. Foreign Policy Reveals Populist Trends

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WBEZ
Dina Smeltz

Dina Smeltz shares what she thinks the trends in the Council's annual survey may indicate for the future of American foreign policy and global influence.

Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton listens to Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump during the second presidential debate at Washington University in St. Louis Public Opinion

Trump's poor grasp of NATO is dangerous

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Chicago Tribune
Richard C. Longworth

NATO is not just another business deal. Donald Trump doesn't understand this. But it definitely is a bargain. He doesn't get that either.

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally, Monday, Oct. 3, 2016, in Loveland, Colo. US Foreign Policy

Chicago Should Remove All Lead Service Lines to Ensure Safe Water

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Chicago Tribune
Michael Tiboris

As cities across the nation overhaul their aging water systems, Chicago officials say it is up to homeowners to decide whether it is worth replacing pipes at their own expense.

Workers prepare to replace older water mains in the 5100 block of West Roscoe Street Climate and the Environment