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The 1979 Chicago Council Survey found that the American people and leaders were interested in maintaining international involvement but were also concerned about hedging and restraining foreign commitments.

The 2004 Chicago Council Survey explores public opinion on core concepts about foreign policy and the rights and responsibilities of nation-states.

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

This report looks at emerging cities—namely Beijing, Shanghai, and Taipei—and their ability to attract, retain, and generate flows of ideas, capital, and people.

The 2012 Chicago Council Survey tracks public opinion on US foreign policy since the September 11 attacks, and includes an assessment of the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.

Millions of Americans live in urban food deserts without access to fresh food. A Council Emerging Leaders report details how some cities are beginning to find a way forward.

Using Chicago as a model, this report outlines big data strategies for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of cities around the world.

The question of whether global cities should have their own foreign policy has been hotly debated, but recent developments have changed the calculus.

As retail-led agricultural marketing systems in emerging economies continue to develop, governments, NGOs, and companies can benefit from each other's experiences and examples to date.

The recent terrorist attack in Brussels is prompting serious and important thinking about the security of global cities. 

In order for global cities to be able to grow—despite their home countries' economic challenges—they must focus on developing and attracting global talent.

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