LWVADC Great Decisions Discussion Group - 11:30 AM
About this event
Our League of Women Voters of Arapahoe and Douglas Counties Great Decisions Discussion Group meets on the second and fourth Friday of each month at 11:30 am online.
2026 Topics:
- America and the World: Trump 2.0 Foreign Policy
President Trump’s return has marked a break from 80 years of U.S. foreign policy leadership, embracing an “America First” approach. This chapter by G. John Ikenberry? explores the risks of isolation and diminished influence in relation to Trump 2.0 foreign policy.
- Trump Tariffs and the Future of the World Economy
Trump’s aggressive trade and tariff policies have shaken global economic norms. This chapter by Michael Mastanduno? examines what the rationale behind this radical shift in economic policy is, and what the implications for multilateral trade and geopolitics are.
- U.S.–China Relations
Relations with China remain tense, with tariffs, military modernization, and pressure on Taiwan. This chapter by Oriana Mastro? asks whether President Trump has a coherent China policy and whether his tariffs on rare earth minerals will be effective. What are America’s strategic options?
- Ruptured Alliances and the Risk of Nuclear Proliferation
U.S. alliance skepticism may drive countries like Japan and South Korea to reconsider nuclear options. This chapter by Gideon Rose? asks: What are the implications of the Trump administration’s rethinking of the U.S. alliance system for regional and global security? Will this new uncertainty alter the way allies and rivals in various regions make decisions about security and nuclear weapons?
- Ukraine and the Future of European Security
With reduced U.S. support for NATO and Ukraine, Europe faces strategic uncertainty. The Trump administration has signaled an intention to reduce its security role in Europe. This chapter by Thomas Wright? asks: What are America’s stakes in NATO and Europe’s strategic dilemmas, and how might Europe respond?
- Multilateral Institutions in a Changing World Order
Can multilateralism survive amid shifting global power and rising nationalism? This chapter by Scott Bessent (the author may change) examines the future of global cooperation across trade, health, and finance.
- U.S. Engagement of Africa
Africa’s geopolitical role is growing. This chapter by Jendayi E. Frazer? asks: What lessons can the U.S. learn from China’s presence there, and how might it strengthen ties, especially with leading nations like Nigeria? What tools of statecraft might the U.S. bring to its engagement with Africa?
- The Future of Human Rights and International Law
As democracy and human rights retreat globally and the U.S. pulls back, this chapter by Jose Enrique Alvarez? asks: How can civil society and legal norms remain effective in a divided world? What is the role and force of international law in this era of impunity?
To see if room is still available for this series, email Linda at lwvadc.defending.democracy at sign gmail dot com
with your name and email address and with GREAT DECISIONS in the subject line.
Location
Online Meeting
USA
Event Contact(s)
Linda J Rohan
Category
LWVADC Great Decisions Study Group
Registration Info
Registration is not Required
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