Op-Eds
The Future of USAID
By Andy Amsler at 14 July, 2010, 4:25 pm
One would imagine that a national investment that pays dividends in the forms of greater national security, economic growth, and revitalized American values would be a wise investment in the future of our country.
Exports to Developing Countries Boost U.S. Economy
By Eric Peckham at 30 June, 2010, 3:40 pm
“Exports to Developing Countries Boost U.S. Economy”
by Chris Policinski
Roll Call: June 30, 2010
This weekend, business leaders, heads of state, journalists and leading thinkers will be gathering in South Africa for events of the utmost importance for both the U.S. and the developing world. No, not the World Cup, but the 2010 Global Forum, convened by [...]
New Defense Strategy for a New World
By Andy Amsler at 7 June, 2010, 9:21 am
Our greatest threats are no longer from another country, as was the case during the Cold War. Today, they are as likely to come from infectious diseases, failed states, economic despair, nonstate actors and terrorism — issues that cannot be addressed through military might alone.
Out of the Spotlight
By Jordan Smith at 6 April, 2010, 11:45 am
“Out of the Spotlight”
By Dan Glickman
Politico; April 2, 2010
As chairman of the Motion Picture Association of America, I worked with filmmakers who capture compelling stories and inspire millions of people. I saw powerful films, such as “Hotel Rwanda” and “Blood Diamond,” bring the suffering of displaced people out of the shadows. They remind us [...]
Smart Power Requires Better Resources
By Andy Amsler at 30 March, 2010, 8:13 am
The seventh installment in MFAN’s QDDR blog series comes from MFAN Principal Liz Schrayer, executive director, and John Glenn, policy director, both of the U.S. Global Leadership Coalition (USGLC).
Non-Military Tools are Vital to Our National Security
By Andy Amsler at 23 March, 2010, 9:24 am
In today’s increasingly complex security environment though, the civilian tools of development and diplomacy are equally vital to our national security. The tough transnational challenges that burden many countries of the world—and, in turn, the United States—will not be met by force alone.
Women and Girls are Key to Security
By Jordan Smith at 8 March, 2010, 9:29 am
“Women and Girls are Key to Security”
By Ann Lewis & Susan Molinar
Politico: March 8, 2010
What do women fishing, school building and better farming skills have to do with U.S. national security? A lot — and that’s a bipartisan consensus. Democrats and Republicans agree there’s a connection between America’s security and smart, effective development. Encouraging education, economic [...]
The Smart Money Is on Smart Power
By Andy Amsler at 21 February, 2010, 6:24 pm
The Smart Money Is on Smart Power
By Nancy Lindborg and Bill Lane
It’s budget time in Washington, and as President Obama released his request for the 2011 fiscal year on February 1, the scrutiny – and partisan finger-pointing – has begun as to what programs should be funded in a tight budget year. But there is [...]
The Quiet Revolution Must Continue
By Colleen Hussey at 19 February, 2010, 11:52 am
The Quiet Revolution Must Continue
Hon. Mark Green
The Daily Caller: February 19, 2010
We’re facing extraordinarily challenging fiscal times. So as the president’s budget makes its way through the halls of the Capitol, lawmakers will carefully scrutinize every account, every program, and every initiative—as they should. Some will be tempted to look to our international affairs budget [...]
Riley, Wilkins: Investing in Smart Power Helps U.S., S.C.
By Colleen Hussey at 2 February, 2010, 4:50 pm
“Riley, Wilkins: Investing in Smart Power Helps U.S., S.C.”
By Richard Riley and David Wilkins
The State: February 2, 2010
During such difficult economic times, it would be easy for South Carolinians to focus only on what is happening here at home. The world outside of the United States can seem very far away, but investments in other [...]
