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The Foreign Policy Blob Is Bigger Than You Think

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Running Numbers by Dina Smeltz

Survey data shows the American public is more attuned to the view of "The Blob," those working in government, than to President Trump’s views.

US President Donald Trump speaking in Phoenix, Arizona.
Gage Skidmore
Public Opinion

Don't Blame Trade: Low-Skilled Job Losses Will Not Be Solved by Protectionism

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Global Insight by Alexander Hitch

President Trump should tackle the problem of job dislocation broadly by building a larger retraining system in sectors where the US possesses a comparative advantage.

Workers inside an Audi plant in Mexico, with the frame of a car in the foreground
Carlos Aranda
Global Economy

Violent crime in your city? More cops are not enough

In the News
CNN
Michael A. Nutter

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

Former Philadelphia mayor Michael Nutter talking to someone off-camera. Geopolitics

Disaster zone: Trump's Cabinet formula

In the News
Chicago Tribune
Richard C. Longworth

Donald Trump, a businessman-turned-president-elect, is larding his Cabinet with business people-turned-public-servants. It's never worked, and it won't work now. Here's why.

A black and white photo of Robert McNamara, who was secretary of defense under Presidents John Kennedy and Lyndon Johnson. Global Politics

Cities, Suburbs, and Immigration: Connected Economies, Divided Politics

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Global Insight by Sara McElmurry

Cities may face some challenges with neighbors in the suburbs while trying to establish policies supporting immigration.

A crowded sidewalk in New York City
Leonard Regazzo
Migration

An Inside Look at the Presidential Transition Process

In the News
WTTW
Ivo H. Daalder

Ivo Daalder, who worked on President Obama’s National Security Policy transition team and then as ambassador to NATO, joins WTTW to discuss presidential transition.

Ivo Daalder on WTTW Global Politics

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

In the News
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

Nobody loves a conspiracy theory more than Donald Trump

In the News
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

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