Nearly five years after the United States withdrew from Afghanistan, former US Ambassador Ryan Crocker joins Council President and CEO Leslie Vinjamuri on Deep Dish to reflect on America’s longest war and what its ending revealed about American power. bit.ly/4x5ME8Y

Younger Americans are less concerned about China than their elders, Council polling finds. Less than half of Millennials (43%) and Gen Zers (34%), compared to majorities of Boomers (62%) and Generation Xers (56%), view China's development as a world power as a critical threat. bit.ly/4ckfVEh

This week, prospective applicants joined Council Emerging Leaders alumni for a happy hour to discuss the program and all things global affairs. Join the Class of 2027 to explore global challenges, grow as a leader, and make lasting connections. Apply by September 1. bit.ly/44ERk99

Council on Foreign Relations’ Edward Fishman joins Council President and CEO Leslie Vinjamuri on Deep Dish to discuss strategic "chokepoints," why tariffs aren't always effective, and how the United States can compete in a more fragmented global economy. Catch this week's episode: bit.ly/4w8kmsP

After more than five months at war with Iran, the 2026 Chicago Council Survey finds the American public largely believes the costs have outweighed the benefits. Two-thirds of Americans now say the conflict is not worth fighting (68%). Explore more takeaways: bit.ly/4wOquaY

Council distinguished fellow Kathleen Hicks and Council senior nonresident fellow Paul Poast joined the 2026 Global Quantum Forum to explore how smart governance can help the quantum industry scale. Watch: bit.ly/4xtsWnn #GQF26 was hosted by P33 Chicago and the @illinoisedc.bsky.social.

This week, Lindsay Gorman (former White House senior advisor on emerging tech & national security), Asia Society Policy Institute's Alvin Wang Graylin, and Northwestern's V.S. Subrahmanian joined the Council for a discussion on the US-China AI race. bit.ly/3TLL3pM

Last week, Australian Ambassador Greg Moriarty AO joined the Council for a private roundtable on the US-Australia alliance, trade relations, and Indo-Pacific security, chaired by Raymond Kuo, Council Vice President of Research for Geostrategy & Diplomacy.

Post-Brexit Britain is at a crossroads. This week, @financialtimes.com's Gillian Tett and Council President & CEO Leslie Vinjamuri explore how PM Andy Burnham can tap Britain's intellect, tackle affordability, and reset its global stance. Listen now: bit.ly/4yNLKz5

AI is reshaping cybersecurity, military strategy, and competition between the US and China. Former Deputy National Security Advisor Anne Neuberger and Council President & CEO Leslie Vinjamuri discuss why staying ahead means more than building the most advanced models. Out now: bit.ly/4b9Nfxr

Last week, the Council's Craig Kafura joined the Walder Foundation’s Juliana Kerr, Chicago Urban League’s Michele Kenfack, and the City of Chicago’s Beatriz Ponce de León to discuss findings of the Council’s recent Chicagoland survey on immigration. bit.ly/3QX9yiW

More than 400,000 undocumented immigrants are estimated to live in Chicago, suburban Cook County, and Lake County. A new Chicago Council survey finds majorities across the region believe they should be allowed to stay. Explore the data ➡️ #[bit.ly/3ReuMsG

Immigrants are widely seen as benefit to the Chicago region, new Council polling finds. Across Chicago, suburban Cook County, and Lake County, roughly six in 10 residents say immigrants have been good for American culture, the economy, and their own communities. Learn more: bit.ly/3ReuMsG

Summer in Chicago, great conversations, and a skyline that never disappoints. Thank you to all who joined the Young Professionals Happy Hour, and a special thank you to Jacques Philoctete for hosting! Interested in future events? Become a member of the Council's YP Network: bit.ly/4b0qj3r

Majorities across Chicago, suburban Cook County, and Lake County believe ICE enforcement actions have gone too far and make residents less safe, new Chicago Council polling finds. More takeaways: bit.ly/4pm2SHF

Following last week's high-level dialogue on the transatlantic relationship, participants joined us for a reception overlooking Millennium Park and Lake Michigan. Thank you to The Ditchley Foundation and the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation for their collaboration. bit.ly/4vnGlf6

Chicagoland is home to one of the nation's largest and most diverse immigrant populations. How has that influenced local views on US immigration policy? The Chicago Council on Global Affairs conducted an in-depth survey of Chicago, Cook County, and Lake County residents to find out ➡️ bit.ly/3ReuMsG

Observer Research Foundation President Dr. Samir Saran joined Council stakeholders for a high-level discussion on Tehran’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and the long-term implications, led by Council President & CEO Leslie Vinjamuri and hosted by the Consulate General of India Chicago.

"Something has clearly broken down," Council President & CEO @leslievinjamuri.bsky.social told @bloomberg.com about US strikes on Iran. "But I do believe that all sides still have an overwhelming incentive to try to manage the escalation."

On July 16, join @ckafura.bsky.social, Beatriz Ponce de León, and Juliana Kerr as they discuss new Chicago Council survey data on immigration attitudes in the Chicago area and what local opinion tells us about one of America's most debated issues. Register to attend today: bit.ly/3QX9yiW

Ahead of the NATO Summit, Julianne Smith, former US Permanent Representative to NATO; Ivo Daalder, former US Ambassador to NATO; and Council VP Ariane Tabatabai led a high-level discussion on NATO’s future at the #250GlobalForum. Register for a July 13 program debriefing the summit: bit.ly/4gYF4HG

250 years in, America's global role is still being written. Through our America at 250 Global Forum, events, and wide-ranging analyses, podcasts, and polling, we've explored what comes next. As the US enters its 250th year, we're carrying the conversation forward. globalaffairs.org/america-250

@columbiauniversity.bsky.social's Richard Nephew and @brookings.edu's Dafna Rand joined Council Vice President of Research Ariane Tabatabai for a conversation on how the choices the United States makes now will shape what Iran looks like when the fighting stops. Watch: bit.ly/3SDVHOZ

As the United States turns 250, the public is divided over the idea of American exceptionalism. While older generations continue to say the United States is the greatest country in the world, Millennials and Generation Z are less convinced. More data on America's global position: bit.ly/4wqY5Y4

The Council is excited to announce that the application for the 2027 Class of Emerging Leaders is now open. Applications are open through September 1. Learn more about the program and begin an application today: globalaffairs.org/support-our-...

What do cooling inflation, rising unemployment, and AI-driven workplace changes mean for the economy and the Federal Reserve? Austan Goolsbee, president & CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, and Brent Neiman of Chicago Booth joined the Council to discuss. Watch: bit.ly/3R77MvC

“It is difficult to build a stable system that favors American power when no one can trust the United States to ever make meaningful commitments,” Council Senior Nonresident Fellow @pstaniland.bsky.social writes. More expert insights ➡️ bit.ly/4vX6lig

The US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) is up for its first joint review. Surveys by the Chicago Council, Buendia y Marquez, and Nanos Research (May 29–June 2, 2026) show most in USMCA countries see benefits, but Canadians and Mexicans are wary of yielding to US demands. 📊 Learn more: bit.ly/4vA6UyL

Alliances have long been one of America's greatest strategic advantages. Can they adapt to a transformed geopolitical and technological era? Council Distinguished Nonresident Fellow Ambassador Julianne Smith presents a path forward ➡️ bit.ly/4vfwvg7

Some of the best conversations happen off the stage. Become a member to keep the conversation going: globalaffairs.org/join #250GlobalForum #US250 #AmericaAt250