Commentary

The pandemic has decreased some kinds of crime and increased others. But the world is much safer than it used to be, and we know how to make it even safer.

Fareed Zakaria joins Brian Hanson to talk about the effects of COVID-19 around the world.

Council President Ivo Daalder explains why President-Elect Biden faces 3 nuclear threats -- Russia, Iran, and North Korea-- in the Chicago Tribune.

John Austin contributes to Politico's collection of essays titled What Trump Showed Us About America.

The Agricultural Intelligence Measures Act, or AIM Act, would protect our agriculture system by creating an intelligence office within the Department of Agriculture.

Dina Smeltz discusse public opinion polling on issues of foreign policy.

The White House Situation Room has entertained grandstanding that betrays the seriousness of the "Sit Room" and its national security function.

John Austin and Paul Schickler discuss the divide between rural and urban economic opportunities.

Ivo Daalder talks with Ian Masters about the long transition facing America after the 2020 election.

Todd Post from Bread for the World provides guest commentary to explain the future of food in times of change.