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The End of Democracy? Is the Populist Wave Unstoppable? (Video)
A timely discussion with former Estonian President Toomas Hendrik Ilves.
Jul 14
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Michael McFaul
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The World's Most Dangerous Flashpoints—Harry Litman with Michael McFaul
War rages on in Iran and Ukraine; Trump stays in NATO (for now).
Jul 12
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Michael McFaul
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Harry Litman
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NATO Lives On
The NATO Summit in Ankara this week produced some positive results and avoided a major blow-up between the US and Europe.
Jul 10
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Michael McFaul
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Discussing the NATO summit with James Goldgeier
A recording from Michael McFaul's live video
Jul 9
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Michael McFaul
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James Goldgeier
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How Trump Killed the Party of Reagan (And Why It Might Not Stay Dead)
Donald Trump embraced autocrats. Now his allies are tired of it.
Jul 6
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Michael McFaul
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Celebrating July 4th in Moscow: The Honor of a Lifetime
The annual reception at Spaso House was more than a party. It was a showcase of the culture, values, and democratic ideals that gave America influence…
Jul 3
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Michael McFaul
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2026 World Cup: A Soft-Power Opportunity Missed?
The World Cup should have been a soft-power triumph for the US. Instead, visa barriers, travel restrictions and a growing sense of exclusion risk…
Jul 1
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Jennifer Monaghan
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June 2026
June 2026 Newsletter: Iran, Ukraine, and Lessons in Leadership
Reflections on the choices that shape American leadership abroad and at home.
Jun 29
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Michael McFaul
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Why Obama Was Such a Fantastic Boss
A trip to Chicago last week left me feeling nostalgic but also inspired to do more about the future.
Jun 23
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Michael McFaul
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Trump’s Failed War against Iran
Starting an unnecessary war was imprudent. Losing it is Trump’s greatest foreign policy failure so far.
Jun 19
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Michael McFaul
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Ukraine Is Winning
This spring, the stalemate on the battlefield has shifted in Ukraine's favor, complementing other Ukrainian victories in the war.
Jun 12
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Michael McFaul
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May 2026 Newsletter: China, Russia, America and the New Global Disorder
Cracks in Putin’s dictatorship, the Trump-Xi summit, and my recent visit to Beijing.
Jun 1
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Michael McFaul
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