A Conversation on Intelligence, Democracy, and Foreign Policy with Rep. Adam Schiff
Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Join a thought-provoking conversation with House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence Chairman Adam Schiff, moderated by NBC News Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent Andrea Mitchell. Delve into pressing issues such as the Virginia and New Jersey election results, infrastructure bill reconciliation, and the impact of the former president's refusal to concede on America's global democracy advocacy. Explore the implications of recent elections for Republican strategies, the significance of midterms for the January 6 Committee, and reflections on President Biden's performance. Gain insights into U.S.-China relations, including China's goals, Taiwan's defense, and strategies for diplomatic signaling. Address concerns about the Havana Syndrome and surveillance. Conclude with an audience Q&A session, offering a comprehensive overview of current political and international affairs.
Syllabus
Introduction
Virginia and New Jersey election results
Infrastructure bill reconciliation
How did the refusal of the former president to concede the election hurt our ability to make the case for democracy abroad
Do the elections in New Jersey and Virginia give Republicans a new model of how to accept the endorsement of Donald Trump
How critical is the midterms for the January 6 Committee
Do you think the election results a reflection on President Biden
What do you think about China
Chinas goal
Should the US defend Taiwan
How do we signal to China
Havana Syndrome
Surveillance
Audience Question
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
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