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A solid majority (69%) say that it would never be justified for Moscow to use a tactical nuclear weapon in its current military operation against Kyiv.

The American public is increasingly skeptical of the US-China trade relationship, and narrow majorities support increased restrictions on both trade and technological exchanges.

Deep Dish dissects the surprising election results and what they mean for Poland’s future within the EU.

Deep Dish confronts America’s deadly fentanyl crisis and the struggle to stop the flood of fentanyl from entering the country.

In promoting economic renewal in industrial heartland regions, leaders must avoid language that condemns these regions and their citizens to passivity.

Robert Paarlberg challenges the UN to look beyond food access to food excess and the health issues that accompany it.

We breakdown the mystery behind the BRICS and its evolving role in shaping the global order.

Given the rising global threats, turning inward is a politically expedient platform. But overcoming global challenges requires trust and cooperation.

Across the city, schools that use curricula from foreign countries give a unique edge to K-12 students seeking a globally diverse education.

This report outlines two recommendations for how cities can address climate change overall and ultimately succeed in a lower-carbon world.

Does France’s laïcité promote or impede religious freedom?

Discover the power of cinema as we unpack the 'Oppenheimer' movie's ability to resurface long-forgotten fears and inspire dialogue around nuclear consciousness.

While supporters of both parties see benefits in US security agreements, Republicans tend to be more concerned about the associated costs.

We asked Dr. Preeti Chalsani to help us explain the state's newest tech industry, which may soon create tens of thousands of "quantum jobs."

We share our top picks for books to read in the weeks ahead that delve into what sort of world might emerge when the pandemic has passed.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy is addressing the U.S. Congress about the war in Ukraine with Russia, after meeting with President Joe Biden.

Nonresident Fellow Niamh King opened up a panel at the Aspen Security Forum discussing the national security challenges and opportunities of today.

John Austin shares insights from a transatlantic convening that explores the political repercussions of economic inequality and extremist ideology.

As the country splinters along geographic and ideological lines, post-election divisions could portend the rise of a new American city-state movement.

Despite public divisions over US aid to Ukraine, support for taking in those fleeing the Russian invasion remains unchanged since March.

Inevitably, the COVID-19 pandemic will change how people across the world think about foreign relations. Craig Kafura looks at Australia as a case study for how these changes affect public opinion.

The 2005 Chicago Council Survey explored public opinion on democracy promotion post-September 11 world as one of the core principles of US foreign policy

With so much activity around cities in today's world, there is a lot to track. Here are ten trends in 2020 to watch where cities will be particularly influential on the global stage.

Businesses in the center of the value chain are crucial to the food system, and these intermediary links are under threat from the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Youth in Agriculture podcast examines new innovations required to improve the food system.

In 2018, the Council captured public and opinion leader attitudes on some of the most pressing foreign policy issues.

This Earth Day, one plant breeder reflects on the food security promise of innovative biotechnology and how it has been misunderstood.

In this Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog post, Alesha Black shares what hopeful news is emerging in America during the COVID-19 pandemic.

In this Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog post, Lisa Moon explains food loss and waste.

Survey data shows that Russians are more likely than Americans to say that their nation's government handled the coronavirus pandemic effectively.

This report summarizes the Transforming Industrial Regions of North America and Europe symposium, including strategies to rebuild economies and stem anti-democratic populism.

With food security front and center amid COVID-19, climate change, and increased conflict, understanding how the US engages on this issue globally is critical.

Scientific Animations Without Borders (SAWBO) uses the information highway to deliver food security results during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The post-industrial communities of the Midwest are shaking off their Rust Belt label to emerge as leaders in the blue and green economies.

Despite 75 years of struggle, two scholars remain cautiously optimistic about the future.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs report highlights the fact that America’s commitment to global food security is more important than ever.

Global cities are products of a liberal world order that is under threat from the rise of populist nationalism, protectionism, and growing authoritarianism.

The Chicago Council on Global Affairs explores how to advance a more sustainable and inclusive global food system even with increasing water scarcity.

In this Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog post, Craig Kafura explores how Millennials hold distinct views on US-China foreign policy.

"The Diplomat" is Hollywood's take on the foreign service. Deep Dish explores the significance with a career diplomat and TV producer.

Movie producer Lynda Obst and Orville Schell of the Asia Society join Deep Dish to examine how China is changing the US box office.

China is looking beyond the current environment to shape the global food system for its own food security.

We know Venice is sinking. What about Chicago, which accounts for about 234 square miles of land?

Erin Sweeney provides guest commentary on food, agriculture, and forestry in Southeast Asia.