National security correspondent and author Spencer Ackerman discusses his book Reign of Terror in conversation with Prof. Claire Finkelstein
This CERL Forum was the culmination of CERL’s blog exploration of the Goldwater Rule and the rule’s controversial place in the psychiatry profession and American society
The campaign and presidency of Donald J. Trump triggered vigorous debate among psychiatrists about the Goldwater Rule. Set by the American Psychiatric Association, the rule prohibits statements by psychiatrists about a public figure’s
How to Lose the Information War: Russia, Fake News, and the Future of Conflict
Description: Since the start of the Trump era, the United States and the Western world has finally begun to wake up to the threat of online warfare and attacks by Russia. The question no one seems to be able to answer is: what can the West do about it? Author Nina Jankowicz draws on her experience advising Central and
Defending Frenemies: Alliances, Politics, and Nuclear Nonproliferation in US Foreign Policy
Author: Jeffrey W. Taliaferro PhD, is professor of political science at Tufts University. His research and teaching focus on security studies, international relations theory, international history and politics, U.S. foreign policy, intelligence, and national security.
Moderator: Jules Zacher Esq., is the president
American Nero serves as a call to action for all of us to look ahead to a brighter future for our country.
Guest Author: Richard W. Painter served as White House chief ethics counsel under George W. Bush. He is a law professor at University of Minnesota Law School and a member of CERL’s Advisory Council. He is a frequent guest on MSNBC and CNN.
Moderator: Professor Claire Finkelstein, Algernon
A book on how we can live together in a diverse, digitized and
divided society without curbing free speech.
Guest Author: Suzanne Nossel, Chief Executive of PEN America
Special Guest Commentator: Dr. Sigal Ben-Porath, Professor at University of Pennsylvania
Moderator: Arlene Fickler, Partner at Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis LLP
Welcome and Introductions given by Professor Claire Finkelstein,
Guest Author: Bart Gellman, a Pulitzer Prize and Emmy Award-winning journalist, is a staff writer at The Atlantic and senior fellow at The Century Foundation. Before joining The Atlantic, Gellman spent 21 years at The Washington Post, where he served tours as legal, diplomatic, military, and Middle East correspondent.
Special Guest Commentator: Shawn Turner, Professor of National Security Communication
This session will consider the current and future state of hard and soft Arctic governance mechanisms – including the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), treaties, and the Arctic Council – and their ability to advance strategic physical and economic security objectives in the region.
Panel discussion with:
Hon. Inuuteq Holm Olsen, Minister Plenipotentiary and Head of Representation
Are nations paying enough attention to climate change and Arctic security? Do military and other security interests of the Arctic nations align? Are current domestic and international political, security, economic, and diplomatic structures sufficient to address looming cross-border Arctic threats and opportunities? A panel of security experts will discuss how security apparatuses and Arctic governments
U.S. Senator Angus King (I-ME), Co-Chair, Arctic Caucus
Prof. Claire Finkelstein, Algernon Biddle Professor of Law and Professor of Philosophy, Faculty Director, Center for Ethics and the Rule of Law, University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School
Despite 97% of climate scientists agreeing that the last century’s global warming trends are likely due to manmade activity, 38% of Americans do not acknowledge that mankind’s actions contribute to climate change. Is there a messaging problem? Does “climate change” need a “rebrand” to be taken seriously by more people, especially decision-makers? What could/should national security, scientific, and
Please join CERL for the open to the public symposium. The afternoon will consist of two panels discussing Women, Peace and Security here at home and abroad. A phenomenal panel of women has been chosen to highlight this often undiscussed topic.
Please join CERL for the open to the public symposium. The afternoon will consist of two panels discussing Women, Peace and Security here at home and abroad. A phenomenal panel of women has been chosen to highlight this often undiscussed topic.
