The good evening everyone. Thank you so much for being with us. I am david, one of the codirectors of the Richmond Center. I also served as the dean of Columbia Law School from 2004 to 2014 which i mention for a very particular reason. I was a dean when the professor joined our faculty and one of my proud moments when we persuaded her to do that. So im honored to kick off what i know will be a fascinating discussion about the influence oof the influence ofeurope on tl marketplace. Last year the wall street journal called the decline of europe a force in World Affairs the most consequential shift of the last 100 years and there is some truth in that since world war ii military influence of europe is certainly declined, and its also true the Economic Growth has been compared favorably with that of the United States or for example with china or india. And of course efforts to maintain an Economic Union have been more complicated greatly as we all know. But still, i think professor bradfor
Weve also got the bug in a moment before i do, i want to extend on your behalf and mine a warm welcome to call colin himself and a dani pletka and Richard Fontaine. Im George Mason University and also a nonresident of what the American Enterprise institute nextdoor, literally. Colin hast made his mark thinkg deeply about politics and this book is a trademark that examines the concept of conservative nationalism a phenomenon that has been brought to the attention conspicuously to the rise of president of trump in terms of both the history of ideas and how these ideas have found manifestation especially in the debates about the role in the world. So, the book is both encompassing and granular simultaneously and despite the gravity of the subject i can assure you it is also a delightful read. I read the book over the last weekend and commend it to your attention so it is a pleasure to have you with us. Im also very grateful dani pletka and Richard Fontaine have joined us. We couldnt have
And a supporting the journalists who hold the u. S. President to account. Dw presents the White House Press corps with its freedom of speech award, breezing reporters for continuing to do their job despite coming under fire from donald trump. Brent i am brent goff. It is good to have you with us. With words that rang disturbingly familiar, british Prime Minister theresa may has condemned yet another terror attack in london. It happened earlier today when a van plowed into muslim worshipers outside a mosque. One man died at the scene but police say it is unclear if he died as a result of the attack. 10 people were injured. The driver described as a 47yearold white man from wales was arrested on suspicion of terrorism. He was grabbed by locals and in down until Police Arrived pained down until Police Arrived. No one reporter begging the crowd to show restraint. A mosque leader stood between angry worshipers and the man who plowed a van into them shortly after midnight prayers. When witne
Is it worth the hefty price tag . I am brent goff. Donald trump says it is a clear victory for national security. The United States Supreme Court upheld parts of the Trump Administrations controversial travel ban. It will let the government can force a 90 day ban on travelers from six muslim majority countries as well as a 120 day ban on all refugees entering the u. S. The decision effectively overturned Lower Court Rulings clocking the band. The Supreme Court will hear arguments on the legality of the ban this coming october. I am joined by mark fisher from the washington post. What is the mood like in washington right now . It is a bit confused as people parse through what the Supreme Court has said today. A lot of people on the other side are saying that there is no decision here. This is a temporary measure on the part of the court to allow this band to go forward with a significant part not Going Forward as we await the actual decision of the Supreme Court sometime this fall or ne
They do not think terrorism was to blame. Russia has been holding a day of mourning. Youll go to moscow for more. Christopher good to have you with us. The world of music is in mourning over another huge loss. British pop idol George Michael, who died on sunday at the age of 53. His manager says the cause was heart failure. Tributes have been flooding in all day. Fans have been laying flowers outside of his home for a man who wrote and sang some of the most enduring hits of the 1980s and 1990s. First as part of the pop duo wham then as a solo artist. Everything must change reporter the world bids farewell to a pop icon. Early in the mourning, people began to leave tributes outside of George Michaels home. One note read, rest in peace with the angels. Fellow stars from the world of music expressed grief at the loss. Elton john posted on instagram, i have lost a beloved friend. The kindest, most generous soul and a brilliant artist. George michaels part is in wham said he was heartbroken