“America’s Soft Power & Reputational Security in Crisis?” w/ Buffett Institute

Join us for a lunchtime conversation with esteemed historian and academic Nicholas J. Cull from the University of Southern California as we explore his concept of "reputational security"—the idea that a nation's safety and security are strengthened by its soft power and being well-regarded internationally. Professor Cull will provide historical context for recent actions by the Trump administration, including the dismantling of USAID and the Voice of America, freezing of foreign aid, pivot toward Russia, trade wars with close allies, and policy rhetoric about Greenland, Panama Canal and Gaza. He will also discuss how these policies impact America's global standing and how they pose risks to its national security and that of others.

This event is organized by the Buffett Institute and the Center for Communication & Public Policy at Northwestern University’s School of Communication. Lunch will begin 12:15 p.m. We from the Geopolitical Forum can continue the conversation and hang out past 1:45, the scheduled end time of the event, perhaps over a drink.

Please register for free at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/americas-soft-power-reputational-security-in-crisis-tickets-1292852489599?aff=PlanitPurple Act sooner rather than later, while there are still seats left.

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