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AUG 19, 2013 Article

In Memoriam: Jean Bethke Elshtain (1941-2013)

Carnegie Council's Zach Dorfman reflects on Jean Bethke Elshtain, his graduate adviser at the University of Chicago: "She carried herself with an understated grace and ...

The ruins of Briarwood Elementary School in Moore, OK. CREDIT: <a href="http://www.defenseimagery.mil/imagery.html?&guid=ea561b585517b12260ec8e87f48e13759fe64220">SSgt Caroline Hayworth</a>

AUG 19, 2013 Article

Life, Money, and the Pursuit of Happiness

"The pursuit of wealth will continue to be the engine of American society. But let's not forget that the pursuit of happiness demands more. The ...

CREDIT: <a href="http://www.shutterstock.com/pic-116696656/stock-photo-usa-x-russia.html">USA X Russia</a> via Shutterstock

AUG 16, 2013 Article

No, the Sky Is Not Falling

Controversy surrounding the Magnitsky Act and the Edward Snowden affair has led some observers to believe a "new Cold War" is underway between the U....

CREDIT: <a href="http://www.shutterstock.com/pic-123301510/stock-photo-shanghai-skyline-in-sunrise-china.html">Shanghai Skyline at Sunrise</a>  via Shutterstock

AUG 14, 2013 Article

Some Thoughts on the Ethics of China's Rise

In this nuanced and knowledgeable piece, Wyne analyses China's changing values and challenges as the country takes a more prominent role on the world stage, ...

AUG 12, 2013 Article

Global Ethical Dialogues: South America Slideshow June 2013

Slideshow from June 2013 Global Ethical Dialogue in South America with Centennial Chair Michael Ignatieff.