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YP In-Depth on the Durability of Democracy

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YP In-Depth

Members of the Council's Young Professionals Network joined Soren Dayton of Protect Democracy to examine the staying power of democracy in the US and beyond.

A working wearing gloves sorts through mail-in ballots
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Global Leadership Awards 2020

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Global Leadership Awards Dinner

The 2020 Global Leadership Awards honor Dr. Paul Farmer, Dr. Helene Gayle, and Keith E. Williams for their work in advancing equity in global health and safety.

Screenshot of Global Leadership Awards

COVID-19 — A Wake Up Call for the West

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A panel of experts joined the Council to consider whether western democracies can evolve to meet the demands of today.

The USNS Comfort passes the Statue of Liberty
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James A. Baker III – the Man Who Ran Washington

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This members-only conversation with The New York Times’ Peter Baker and the New Yorker's Susan Glasser explores the legacy of James A. Baker III, the topic of their new book.

Peter Baker, left, and Susan Glasser

Decoupling or Recoupling US-China Relations

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America in 2020

Experts share their perspectives on what direction the United States should take in its relationship with China over the next decade.

American and China flags, blowing from flagpoles in front of a blue sky
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Scoring the Presidential Debates with Todd Graham

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America in 2020

Members at the President's Club level and higher engaged in a conversation with CNN contributor Todd Graham about what to look out for during the first 2020 presidential debate.

Workers prepare for the first 2020 Presidential Debate at Hofstra University
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Exclusive Council Update for President's Club Members

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Council President Ivo Daalder overviewed current global issues amid the pandemic and how the Council is impacted in this exclusive event for President's Club members.

Ivo Daalder speaking at the Council

Singapore Ambassador on Challenges Amidst COVID-19

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Ambassador Ashok Mirpuri discussed on Singapore’s pandemic response and how the United States and Singapore can tackle the challenges of COVID-19 in the current geopolitical context.

Image of Singapore Skyline
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2020 YP Global Trivia Bowl

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Members of the Council's YP Network flexed their acquired-while-quarantined trivia knowledge.

A picture of young professionals at the annual trivia night.

Thomas Piketty on Ideology and Inequality

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A live podcast recording with Thomas Piketty on how societies throughout history have used ideology to justify inequality and why new thinking can build a more equitable future.

A close up image of Thomas Piketty
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