Commentary

President-elect Donald Trump argues that the country needs more “law and order.” While law enforcement is crucial, the solution is far more complex.

In the late 1980s, as the Cold War neared its end, a veteran Cold Warrior reminisced in Chicago about the nuclear button and the thinking of the men who controlled it. It was an insight that holds meaning today.

After a deadly attack at the baggage claim area of the Fort Lauderdale airport on Jan. 6, questions have been raised about whether it’s necessary to extend airport security perimeters.

The 2016 Chicago Council Survey found no difference in support for either of the current major-party presidential candidates just after the Orlando shootings in June.

How to Halve Global Murders in a Decade

Although the departure of General Petraeus is a significant loss for the intelligence community, it is also an opportunity to better balance intelligence support for military and diplomatic operations.

The recent terrorist attack in Brussels is prompting serious and important thinking about the security of global cities. 

Kristin Ljungkvist discusses how cities will need to operate in an environment of terrorism.

Joshua Busby discusses the 2016 election, and the affects of terrorism.

Ivo Daalder discusses Vladimir Putin's announcement ordering the withdrawal of Russian military from Syria.