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Welcome to the Tech Cold War
The US government's AI action plan sparked a "Tech Cold War" with China, creating two competing camps: US-led allies promoting deregulated innovation versus China's proposed global AI cooperation organization targeting developing nations.
Peace and Stability Operations
Lest We Forget
This article reflects on the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks that killed 2,977 people, the subsequent establishment of Patriot Day for remembrance and service, and the unity that emerged afterward.
Peace and Stability Operations
Scenario Planning in a Chaotic World
Despite increasing global uncertainty, scenario planning remains highly valuable for modern businesses. Rather than predicting the future, it helps companies prepare for multiple possibilities, enabling proactive responses and competitive advantages.
Peace and Stability Operations
The U.S. Economy Could Suffer if Scientists and Students are Lured Overseas
Historically, America has attracted top global talent, but budget cuts and policy changes are now causing a 'brain drain' as scientists and researchers leave for other countries, potentially harming the country's economic competitiveness.
Peace and Stability Operations
Why Are We Still Debating What Makes a City Smart?
Smart cities should prioritize people over technology. Success requires focusing on people, processes, and technologies—in that order—to improve quality of life and create places people choose to live.
Peace and Stability Operations
The New Pope Transcends Borders and Ideologies
Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Prevost was elected Pope Leo XIV, becoming the first American pope in Catholic history. With his Augustinian background and international experience, he emphasizes unity, service to the poor, and bridge-building.
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Personal Dispatches: Reflections on today’s society through the lens of Fortune Magazine December 1941
Peace and Stability Operations
Is this the End of Useful “Useless Knowledge”?
The article discusses how decreasing federal funding for basic research in the US threatens scientific leadership, innovation, economic growth, and national security, while China rapidly gains ground in R&D spending.
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The Dalai Lama, China, and the Future
The Dalai Lama's new book reflects on his 70-year struggle with China over Tibet's freedom. At 90, he fears Tibet's cultural erasure and specifies his successor will be born outside China, continuing his legacy.
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National Slavery & Human Traffic Prevention Month 2025
Every January highlights ongoing human trafficking issues. The U.S. observes National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, focusing on awareness and prevention of trafficking crimes that affect nearly 50 million people globally, including 12 million children.
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In Memoriam: Jimmy Carter
Jimmy Carter, America's longest-lived president, died at 100 on December 29, 2024. After his presidency, he devoted himself to humanitarian work, winning the 2002 Nobel Peace Prize and establishing the Carter Center.