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CGS regularly publishes op-eds on the issues that matter most to global democracy, plus news, press releases, and organizational statements from our programs and campaigns. Read it all here, get a monthly roundup by email through eNews, or follow Field Notes on LinkedIn.
Opinion pieces reflect the views of their authors, not necessarily Citizens for Global Solutions.
Global CooperationThe Arab Spring and a Global 911
On March 17th the United Nations Security Council passed a resolution authorizing UN members "to take all necessary measures... to protect civilians...
Osama’s Murder, a Cause for Celebration?
Last night I was watching television when the news broke of Osama bin Laden's death. Needless to say that was not what...
Global JusticeWorking at CGS
I feel privileged to have been able to work in Washington D.C. on international relations issues during this particular period in history....
An Intimate Look at Burma
Yesterday, I attended a fascinating presentation and film screening at the State Department. The film, Burma Soldier, tells the story of Myo...
Congressmen Supporting IR Funding
In an editorial in the Seattle Times, two members of Congress made a strong statement about the importance of international relations funding...
Peace & DisarmamentNext Steps to Protect
On Monday, April 18, GlobalSolutions.org ran a full page advertisement in the New York Times that calls for three essential actions for...
Don Kraus Testimony for Congress
Don Kraus has submitted testimony to the House Appropriations Subcommittee on State/Foreign Operations. The testimony focuses on the budget for FY12 and...
Global CooperationHouse GOP FY2012 Budget: Crazy?
Yesterday House Budget Committee chairman, Rep. Paul Ryan, released his FY2012 budget proposal, which included many cuts. The most alarming cut was...
Peace & DisarmamentThe Need for UNEPS in the Ivory Coast
Last week we talked the growing humanitarian crisis that is occurring in the Ivory Coast. Over the weekend it has gotten worse...
The Senator and Libya
Last night I had a conversation with a Senator, who I consider a friend, about Libya. It was a private conversation so...
Global CooperationRecap of CGS 2011 Conference: Day 1
GlobalSolutions.org’ 2011 Conference, Global Challenges: Global Solutions, was a major success thanks to the plethora of distinguished speakers and the energy and...