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Fletcher’s Chris Miller examines why the semiconductor industry is a crucial element in shaping “the future balance of technological, economic, and military power” and global efforts to boost production and research capabilities, such as President Biden’s CHIPS and Science Act. He is noted as the author of the forthcoming book "Chip War: The Fight for the World’s Most Critical Technology." 

Fletcher Professor of Rhetoric and Debate Emeritus Jonathan Wilson is quoted at length about Ken Burns’ new documentary series “The U.S. and the Holocaust,” noting that “Even for people who have immersed themselves in the studies of the Holocaust, I think it contained elements that were clarifying, chastening, fascinating.”

Fletcher’s Bhaskar Chakravorti and IBGC’s Christina Filipovic discuss their newest research Progress to Digital Parity Scorecard, which tracks how 90 countries are working towards an inclusive digital economy regardless of gender, socioeconomic status, or geographic location. 

Fletcher’s Chris Miller pens this essay examining Russia’s lack of advanced military technologies, which is adapted from his forthcoming book "Chip War: The Fight for the World’s Most Critical Technology."

Fletcher’s Daniel Drezner writes this piece revisiting his December 2020 International Organization essay in which he considered what the effect of COVID-19 would be on international relations. Drezner quotes from “Danger Zone: The Coming Conflict With China,” co-authored by A&S political scientist Michael Beckley and Hal Brands.

Fletcher Dean Rachel Kyte is quoted in this article about controversy following World Bank President David Malpass’ equivocation over climate science at this week’s United Nations General Assembly. 

Fletcher’s Michael Klein is quoted in this “Morning Edition” segment about how the strength of the U.S. dollar is creating financial difficulties for companies that sell goods abroad.

Fletcher Dean Rachel Kyte appears in this video interview to discuss how the global energy crisis is shaping conversations around the green transition.

Friedman School’s Will Masters is quoted about the long-term threat that climate change poses to the world’s food supply, noting the need for sustained investment in science and technology.