America in 2020

One week after the Iowa caucuses, analysts from across the region convened with the Council to discuss the role of the Midwest in the 2020 presidential election.

National Security Correspondent Fred Kaplan shared previously untold stories from inside the White House, the Joint Chiefs of Staff's "tank" in the Pentagon, and the chambers of US Strategic Command.

Former Governor, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Bill Weld joins the Chicago Council on Global Affairs for a keynote speech on foreign policy.

Kelly Magsamen, recently tapped as the Pentagon's chief of staff for the incoming Biden administration, discusses America's policy options for Iran going forward.

Joseph S. Nye discussed his findings after examining the foreign policies of US presidents on three ethical dimensions—their intentions, the means they used, and the consequences of their decision.

Former United States Representative John Delaney joined the Chicago Council on Global Affairs for a keynote speech on foreign policy.

National security expert John Negroponte joined the Council to discuss the findings of the 2019 Chicago Council Survey and the nation's global priorities ahead of the 2020 election.

The Wilson Center and the Chicago Council on Global Affairs joined together to release the 2019 Chicago Council Survey, a detailed look into Americans’ views on vital issues.

Governor John Hickenlooper joined the Chicago Council on Global Affairs for a keynote speech on foreign policy.