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The World Is Going Electric, with or Without the United States

Analysis
by Joshua Busby

As the current administration tries to hold back the tide on energy innovation, China is dominating in the production and sale of clean technologies.

Solar panels sit on a hillside
Sam McNeil / AP
Tech and Science

The Unshared Futures of the United States and Europe

Analysis
by Armida van Rij

America and Europe have been bound together for more than 250 years. Whose ideology will define their future?

An American flag and an European Union flag fly in a night sky
Virginia Mayo / AP
US Foreign Policy

America at 250: A Nation Under God?

Analysis
by Ariel Schwartz

There has long been a mutual imbrication of Christian values and ideals with US foreign policy. Through “America Prays,” Trump is doubling down.

A person wears a hat saying "God Bless America" on the rim
Oliver de Ros / AP
US Foreign Policy

Clarity, Not Volatility, Should Define America's Posture in the World

Analysis
by Paul Staniland

The unipolar moment is over. In its 250th year, the United States must establish a more workable balance between stability and flexibility to safeguard its global position.

A crowd of protestors holding signs with various messages
Jose Luis Magana / AP
US Foreign Policy

A Strong USMCA Will Be Key to US Economic Success

Analysis
by Julián Ventura

The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement is up for review in 2026. In its pursuit of a strong economy, the United States would be smart to renew its trade partnership with its North American neighbors.

A Canadian flag and a Mexican flag fly in front of an American flag
Judi Bottoni / AP
US Foreign Policy

Technological Change Will Upend Our Understanding of National Security

Analysis
by Rachel Bronson

New technologies are radically altering the way we live. US leaders will need a new understanding of safety and security to preserve America’s global position.

A silhouette of a person in front of the US seal
Carlos Fyfe/The White House via AP
US Foreign Policy

In Its 250th Year, the US Has the Opportunity to Lead

Analysis
by Leslie Vinjamuri

Recent history suggests that when the United States leads, others follow. And when it retreats, others take cover.

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Mark Schiefelbein / AP
US Foreign Policy

America Must Decide What Role It Wants to Play in the World

Analysis
by Paul Poast

In its swift rise to the top, America forwent a single ontology. It is time for the United States to engage in the work of self-discovery.

The Statue of Liberty stands in front of a pink sky
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US Foreign Policy

The World American Alliances Were Built for No Longer Exists

Analysis
by Julianne Smith

Alliances have long been one of America's greatest strategic advantages. At 250, the United States must redefine its partnerships for a transformed geopolitical and technological era.

World leaders stand in front of a group of national flags
Markus Schreiber / AP
Global Politics

The World's Fortunes Are Not a Zero-Sum Game

Analysis
by Jim O'Neill

Preventing other nations from growing to retain American greatness will only undermine the value of the dollar. In its 250th year, the United States must learn to distinguish between size and wealth.

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Seth Wenig / AP
Global Economy