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Leading Change in United Nations Organizations

RESEARCH
Report by Catherine Bertini

This paper provides guidance for new leaders through various stages of the early days of UN leadership.

US Capitol Building at night Global Politics

Americans Consider US Arms Sales a Hazard to US Security

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

Recent survey data shows that most Americans generally oppose selling weapons, but are divided on their opinion of the US' relationship with Riyadh.

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US Army
Public Opinion

2018 Public Attitudes on US Intelligence

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

Despite this unprecedented antagonism from President Trump’s administration, most Americans, including Republicans, continued to express confidence in the intelligence community.

US Capitol Building at night Public Opinion

Public and Opinion Leaders' Views on US-China Trade War

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Craig Kafura

According to foreign policy leader surveys concerns about a potential trade war between the US and China are widespread.

USA and China flags.
CDC Global
Global Economy

Promoting Social Equity and Economic Inclusion in Urban Waterway Development

RESEARCH
Report by Michael Tiboris

This report from the Chicago Council on Global Affairs examines ways that urban waterway development might be used by cities.

Women in Niger water a vegetable garden. Climate and the Environment

Inclusive Urban Economic Development: A Framework For Action

RESEARCH
Policy Brief by Alaina Harkness

This paper explores how city leaders can use economic power to narrow the gap in wealth and opportunity.

San Francisco skyline.
Reuters
Global Economy

​​Addressing China's Rising Influence in Africa

RESEARCH
Policy Brief by Michael Tiboris

China’s growing contributions to African development should not automatically be feared, but their increased presence should create a recalibration in US approaches to development.

Chinese flag, Beijing, China. Climate and the Environment

Unlocking the Potential of Civic Technology

RESEARCH
Working Paper by Kris Hartley

Safeguarding methods of democratic influence is a core strategic mandate for city governments to legitimize technology.

Google-engineered humanoid robot.
Reuters
Global Cities

Mexicans, Americans Share Positive Views of USMCA Trade Agreement

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

Polls conducted find broad public agreement on trade on both sides of the US-Mexico border.

US-Mexico border crossing.
Simon Foot
Public Opinion

Untapped Wealth of Cities

RESEARCH
Report by Alexander Hitch

This report explores ways cities can assess the true value of their public assets

Hong Kong skyline.
Reuters
Global Cities