Many of our past events—featuring world leaders, policymakers, journalists, authors, and other experts sharing their ideas and perspectives on critical global issues—are available to watch on-demand.
MIT economists Jonathan Gruber and Simon Johnson joined the Council to discuss how the US can recreate an economy where the benefits of growth are shared more widely.
Researchers discussed findings from a bi-national study of American and Russian public opinion, including perceptions of the crisis in Ukraine, interference in US elections, and more.
Stephen M. Walt, professor at Harvard University, joined the Council to discuss whether it’s time for the United States to develop a more restrained foreign policy outlook.
Presidential historian Michael Beschloss joined the Council to explore how American leaders have coped with the pressures of war, and how the scope of Presidential power has evolved.
Robert Kagan discusses the rise of political partisanship both at home and abroad and considered what the world could look like if the US withdraws from its leadership role.
Juliet Eilperin moderated a discussion with Mary Nichols and Michael Greenstone to talk about the US climate policy and the major successes and challenges that faced California.
Experts from the Council and AEI discussed the results of the Council's 2018 report on American attitudes toward US global leadership and the future of America’s role in the world.
Former US Treasury Secretary Hank Paulson and FDIC Chair Shelia Blair discuss lessons learned since 2008 and whether the US economy will be ready when the next crisis hits.
