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Aspen Ideas Festival - Without Water, Revolution

By Rob St. Mary • Jul 2, 2013

Without Water, Revolution

Why the effects of drought have so much to do with the revolutionary inclinations of a frustrated populace. Is climate a cause of the Arab Spring?

Solly Granatstein & Thomas L. Friedman

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Aspen Ideas Festival - The 21st Century Diplomatic Toolbox

By Rob St. Mary • Jun 30, 2013

The 21st Century Diplomatic Toolbox: Soft Power, Economic Statecraft, and Technology


The changing face of diplomacy in the 21st century is driven by new tools of statecraft: soft power, economic support, access to technology, and public-private partnerships. Why will these be successful?

Madeleine K. Albright, David Ensor, Joseph S. Nye, Jr., Richard Wilhelm

Aspen Ideas Festival - Matter of Debate: Should Pot Be Legal?

By Rob St. Mary • Jul 1, 2013

Matter of Debate: Should Pot Be Legal?

Recent elections in the states of Washington and Colorado have legalized marijuana, catalyzing the national debate regarding drug policy and reform. Will other states follow? How will the federal government respond? And what are the risks and benefits of moving in this direction?

Ethan Nadelmann, Asa Hutchinson, James Bennet

 

Aspen Ideas Festival - What Does the CDC Do to Protect You?

By Rob St. Mary • Jul 1, 2013

What Does the CDC Do to Protect You?

Tom Frieden & Corby Kummer