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In a Hudson Institute report, Hoover Institution National Security Visiting Fellow Nadia Schadlow argues that the next U.S. president will face four major disruptions: the authoritarian axis of , , , and ; the high costs of the transition; trade realism; and the rise of . "The future will depend on whether America blunts the first and seizes the latter three." Read Schadlow's full article here:

Four Geopolitical Disruptions and How to Exploit Them View PDF

"The passing of two August spectacles—the 2024 Olympics in Paris and the Democratic National Convention in Chicago—raises an intriguing scenario: California playing host to both events when they next return in 2028." In , Hoover Institution fellow Bill Whalen analyzes the political ramifications of a potential presidency for the state of . Read more here:

If Kamala Wins: The California Ripple Effect The passing of two August spectacles—the 2024 Olympics in Paris and the Democratic National Convention in Chicago—raises an intriguing scenario: California playing host to both events when they next return in 2028.

In Wall Street Journal Opinion, Hoover Institution fellow Corey DeAngelis and Dean McGee highlight legal and ethical concerns about the use of public resources for campaigning against a Kentucky ballot measure intended to pave the way for . Read more here:

Opinion | The Legally Dubious Campaign Against Kentucky School Choice Officials seem to violate a state law that bars using tax money to campaign against Amendment 2, a ballot measure.

Today is the 61st anniversary of the March on Washington and Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech. Revisit an article in National Review, where Hoover Institution senior fellow Thomas Sowell reflects on enduring racial judgment and whether current approaches to racial equality align with Dr. King's principles.

A Poignant Anniversary | National Review The 50th anniversary of the March on Washington, and of the Reverend Martin Luther King’s memorable “I have a dream” speech, is a time for reflections — some inspiring, and some painful and ominous…

"The administration that has so assiduously tried to manage conflict — rather than defeat the adversary — finds itself outmaneuvered by its own allies." In The Hill, Hoover Institution senior fellow Russell Berman critiques the "self-defeating caution" of the administration's foreign policy, highlighting 's capture of Kursk and the assassination of leader Ismail Haniyeh without U.S. consultation.

Amid Biden foreign policy stumbles, Ukraine and Israel act independently The Biden administration’s foreign policy has been undermined by recent developments in Ukraine and the Middle East, as Ukraine’s invasion of Russia and Israel’s assassination of …

"All three conflicts could not only expand within their respective theaters but also escalate to draw in the United States." At the Blade of Perseus, Hoover Institution senior fellow Victor Davis Hanson analyzes the potential for escalation in the Russia-Ukraine war, conflict, and the standoff between and . Read the full article here:

The Quiet Before the Storms in Ukraine, Gaza, and Taiwan? If Biden is unable to lead the U.S. in his remaining months as president, our enemies abroad might see an opportunity to alter the global balance of power.

In the latest edition of , Hoover Institution senior fellow Richard Epstein examines recent political developments -- including Jr.’s endorsement of and the Democratic Party’s branding around “freedom.” Read the full article here:

Making “Freedom” More than Just a Word Democrats’ campaign rhetoric is skillfully vague. Voters deserve to know their policy agenda.

"Reducing heart attack risk worldwide is not just a matter of public health, but an investment in personal responsibility, economic growth, and national security." Read Hoover Institution fellow Bjørn Lomborg's argument for investing in cardiovascular disease prevention in Forbes:

Tackling The World’s Biggest Killer Is Surprisingly Cheap High blood pressure is the world’s leading death risk, yet it receives little attention and even less funding.

In The Atlantic, Hoover Institution senior fellow Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster reflects on his tenure as national security advisor during the administration. McMaster assesses President Trump's accomplishments and shortcomings – arguing that despite his "chaotic" approach, he demonstrated the ability to make tough decisions that improved American prosperity and influence on the global stage.

Essay adapted from H.R. McMaster's new book, At War with Ourselves: My Tour of Duty in the Trump White House.

What Trump Got Right About National Security Despite occasional chaos in the White House, Trump administered long-overdue correctives to a number of unwise policies.

“Why do democracies everywhere seem to be in such disarray?” In Project Syndicate, Hoover Institution senior fellow Michael Boskin analyzes the current state of political instability in democracies, underscoring the need for effective leadership and strategic thinking.

Through the Political Looking Glass | by Michael J. Boskin - Project Syndicate Michael J. Boskin considers why the US and many other democracies have been experiencing major upheavals.

“We can’t keep our republic if those entrusted with teaching and learning the law—particularly constitutional law—evince hostility to open debate and opposing views,” writes Hoover Institution fellow John Yoo in USA TODAY. Read Yoo’s critique of ideological bias in American law schools here:

Why I'm worried as a conservative about America's future under the Constitution Law students increasingly display open contempt for freedom of speech by shouting down conservative speakers

"With its current course leading only to economic stagnation, the EU must establish a vision for a more dynamic, productive future." Read Hoover Institution senior fellow Michael Spence on the current state and future of the in Project Syndicate:

Europe Needs a New Economic Vision | by Michael Spence - Project Syndicate Michael Spence is confident that the European Union can make up ground lost to the US and China – if it knows what it wants.

In The Free Press, Hoover Institution senior fellow Niall Ferguson contrasts the campaigns of and . Likening them to last year's blockbusters Barbie and Oppenheimer, Ferguson analyzes the tone of both candidates' messaging.
Read the full article here:

Niall Ferguson: The ‘Barbenheimer’ Election While Kamala Harris runs a campaign of unsurpassed vacuousness, on the other screen we have the dark, fissile energy of Donald Trump.

In the latest edition of , Hoover Institution fellow Bill Whalen considers why governor Gavin Newsom did not feature more prominently at the Democratic National Convention. Read the full article here:

Windy City—And Less So Without A Newsom Sidewinder As the Democratic National Convention comes to a close tonight, I’m reminded yet again of why I don’t make political wagers, either friendly or financial.

The Glenn Campbell and Rita Ricardo-Cambell National Fellows Program provides an opportunity for outstanding scholars from around the world to devote one year to unrestricted, creative research and publication while in residence at Hoover Institution. Learn more here:
https://www.hoover.org/fellows/category/national-fellows

“The choice between the two major candidates for president, which is often dismal, is particularly dismal this year when it comes to taxes and spending.” Read Hoover Institution fellow David Henderson’s breakdown of both candidates’ economic proposals in :

Neither Candidate Offers Sound Economic Policy Both Harris and Trump back erratic, unsustainable tax cuts and refuse to rein in spending.

In The Washington Times, Guy Taylor and Hoover Institution Distinguished Research Fellow Glenn Tiffert discuss the Chinese Communist Party's inner dynamics, its efforts to globalize 's authoritarian regime, and the meaning behind "Xi Jinping thought." Tune in to their discussion here:

Understanding the Chinese Communist Party in the era of Xi Jinping The internal operations of the Chinese Communist Party are opaque. Debates are lively in the West over the CCP’s true motivations and dogma, and whether it’s...