The Great Decisions Lecture Series

The Great Decisions Lecture Series is America’s largest discussion program on world affairs. The program model involves reading the Great Decisions Briefing Book, watching the documentary film series, and meeting in a discussion group to discuss the most critical global issues facing America today.

The 2026 Great Decisions Series starts February 12th, 2026, and occurs weekly until April 2nd, 2026.

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America & the World: Trump 2.0 Foreign Policy

March 12th, 6:00 PM, Zoom & Facebook Live

America & the World: Trump 2.0 Foreign Policy​

March 12th, 6:00 PM Zoom & Facebook Live

Multilateral Institutions in a Changing World Order

March 19th, 6:00 PM Zoom & Facebook Live

U.S. Engagement of Africa

March 26th, 6:00 PM, Zoom & Facebook Live

The Future of Human Rights and International Law

April 2nd, 6:00 PM, Zoom & Facebook Lve

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