The DSR Network

This week Zoe and Natalya are joined by CEO of Reality Defender Ben Colman, to discuss the power of synthetic media and the risks it poses to geopolitics and democracy. They discuss a recent deepfake of an attack at the Pentagon, as well as potential regulatory solutions. If you are under 40 and interested in being featured on the podcast, be sure to fill out this form.

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Michael’s guest this week is Jennifer Cafarella, the Director of Strategic Initiatives at the Institute for the Study of War (ISW). Jennifer and her team of analysts have been providing detailed reports and interactive maps each day since the war began on both Russian and Ukrainian positions. If you’re interested in what’s really happening in Ukraine, don’t miss this conversation.

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The two hundred ninety-eigthh episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

Debt Limit Bill Heads to Key Committee in First Test of G.O.P. Support

Turkish election victory for Erdogan leaves nation divided

Ukraine war comes to Moscow as both capitals hit by drones

Spanish PM Sánchez calls snap general election after disastrous local polls

Iran journalist faces trial over charges tied to Amini protests

Uganda’s president signs into law anti-gay legislation with death penalty in some cases

Illinois graduating class features 12 sets of twins, one set of triplets

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Around the world and here at home, the US faces a new array of threats. They are far different from those that were the focus of our intelligence community for the past several decades. They include a rising China, a malevolent Russia, the beginning of a new technological era and profound threats from domestic extremists. On this important episode of DSR's Spy Show, we are joined by CIA and Special Forces veteran, former Deputy Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency Douglas Wise. Co-hosts Marc Polymeropoulos and David Rothkopf engage with Wise on all the above issues and the responses are deeply thought-provoking. Join us.

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The two hundred ninety-seventh episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

White House and G.O.P. Close In on Deal to Raise Debt Limit and Cut Spending

Russian rocket hits Ukraine medical clinic

US, Chinese commerce chiefs raise complaints on trade, investment, export policies

Turkey election: What do Erdogan and Kilicdaroglu have to offer?

More than 13,000 people in England denied vote due to new ID law - Reuters survey

US study finds 1 in 10 get long COVID after omicron, starts identifying key symptoms

Mysterious boom rattles several South Carolina communities

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Norm and Kavita are both traveling, but that doesn’t stop them from discussing the issues. This week, in this abbreviated version of Words Matter, Norm and Kavita discuss Ron DeSantis’s presidential bid announcement, the Surgeon General’s annoucement on the impact of social media on adolescents and the Nebraska Abortion Case.

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Recent election results are giving hope to many thoughtful analysts that Democrats might not just be able to eke out a victory in 2024, they might be able to win by substantial margins in the presidential election and in key Senate and House races. On this episode of DSR Politics, we talk to Missouri Senate Candidate Lucas Kunce and Democratic analyst and advisor Simon Rosenberg about how Kunce can defeat Josh Hawley next year and how that race resonates with other big national trends. Don't miss this insight-rich discussion.

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The two hundred ninety-sixth episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

Exclusive: From Russia with gold - UAE cashes in as sanctions bite

Turkish voters weigh final decision on next president, visions for future

Wagner chief warns of revolution and says 20,000 fighters killed in Bakhmut

DeSantis’s Big Moment Goes Awry With a Twitter Meltdown

Democrats’ worry grows over White House approach to debt talks

Embattled Macron struggles to reconnect with France

House that inspired 'The Conjuring' offers camping experiences

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On this week's episode of DSR, David Sanger of the New York Times, who traveled with the president's party to Hiroshima for the G7 reports back on what he saw there and Rosa Brooks of Georgetown University helps evaluate the results. Then we turn our attention to Ukraine and then the debt debate here in the U.S. It's a timely, fascinating deep dive into the issues making headlines today. Join us.

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The two hundred ninety-fifth episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

Russia controls Bakhmut, for now, but holding it will be difficult

Ukraine war: US distances itself from Belgorod incursion into Russia

White House believes up to 100 Dem votes may be needed on debt ceiling deal

Surgeon General Warns That Social Media May Harm Children and Adolescents

Russia, China seal economic pacts despite Western disapproval

DeSantis set to make much-anticipated presidential campaign announcement, formalizing Trump rivalry

Italian llama's 4-foot, 3-inch leap breaks world record

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The two hundred ninety-fourth episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

Biden and McCarthy Describe ‘Productive’ Meeting, but No Agreement Is Reached

Turkey election: Erdoğan endorsed by third-place ‘kingmaker’ ahead of runoff vote

Russia fights alleged incursion from Ukraine for 2nd day, reports more drone attacks

Fake Pentagon explosion photo goes viral: How to spot an AI image

The F-16 takeoff to Ukraine will take time

Ukraine courts Africa and 'Global South' as peace plans proliferate

Philadelphia restaurant sets 'Gold Standard' with $700 burger

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There are deep challenges facing the agencies of our government most responsible for our security (from the intelligence community to the FBI, the Secret Service to the Department of Defense.) They range from changing missions, the existence of right wing extremists within their ranks, sexual harassment and more. We have a conversation with former CIA officer and FBI agent Tracy Walder regarding the nature of those challenges and whether she thinks we're taking them. In addition, co-host Marc Polymeropoulos and Walder discuss their hopeful interaction with a younger generation that may have a transformative influence on these vital parts of our government. Join us.

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This week, Michael’s guest is Jack Margolin, an independent journalist and researcher with a particular focus on private Russian military companies, including Yevgeny Prigozhin and the Wagner Group. Michael and Jack discuss the motivation behind Prigozhin’s recent comments on Putin’s military and what is behind his provocations. Jack is one of the leading experts when it comes to Wagner and this conversation is not to be missed.

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The two hundred ninety-second episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

Biden, McCarthy to hold pivotal meeting on debt ceiling as time to resolve standoff grows short

As hold on Bakhmut slips, Ukrainian forces push to encircle city

Greek election: Centre-right Mitsotakis hails big win but wants majority

EU hits Meta with record €1.2B privacy fine

Beijing rebukes Japan, Britain over 'anti-China' G7 summit

Russia says F-16s to Ukraine would raise question of NATO involvement

Orcas have sunk 3 boats in Europe and appear to be teaching others to do the same. But why?

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In a special two part series of pods, we turn to some of our favorite observers and analysts of America today to ask why we have ended up where we are, divided, with corrupted institutions, half the country seemingly committed to a path of ignorance and hate. On this, the second in the series, we discuss these issues with one of the country's wisest and often wryest commentators, author and host of the Democracy-ish podcast, Wajahat Ali. It's a great, incisive, and vitally important discussion. Don't miss it.

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The two hundred ninety-second episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

Zelensky will travel to Japan for the G7, seeking arms and aid, officials say.

G7 steps up Russia sanctions in bid to slow war effort

U.S. officials walk back claim drone strike killed senior al-Qaeda leader

Von der Leyen nudges Biden on subsidies at G7 summit

S’pore says it will not hesitate to take action after UN report flags shipments to Myanmar military

G7 leaders call for ‘guardrails’ on development of artificial intelligence

San Diego man visits all 193 countries in the world

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This week, Norm and Kavita discuss the latest developments in the negotiations between the White House and lawmakers on the debt ceiling. In the members only segment, they discuss some wins for Democrats in elections in Florida and Pennsylvania. Tune In! 

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In a special two part series of pods, we turn to some of our favorite observers and analysts of America today to ask why we have ended up where we are, divided, with corrupted institutions, half the country seemingly committed to a path of ignorance and hate. On the first part, we discuss these issues with two of the most distinguished columnists in America, EJ Dionne and Jennifer Rubin, both of the Washington Post. It's a great, incisive, and vitally important discussion. Don't miss it.

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The two hundred ninety-first episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

Russia Targets Kyiv Overnight in 9th Attack This Month

Biden declares ‘America will not default,’ says he’s confident of budget deal with GOP lawmakers

As G7 leaders start to arrive, Japan PM prepares push in Hiroshima for nuclear weapons pledge

Sweden scrambles to project military strength ahead of NATO bid 

At Japan's G7 summit, the big elephants are China and Russia

Leak suspect shared classified secrets with foreigners, prosecutors say

Man indicted in theft of ‘Wizard of Oz’ ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland

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Kevin McCarthy and his band of economic terrorists continue to hold the U.S. and world economies hostage, demanding spending cuts that would gut the entire U.S. government and leave the most needy Americans in gravest jeopardy. The president continues to negotiate but also has had to head off to the G7 meeting in Japan to keep our allies from panicking in the face of our dysfunctional political system. But even if we dodge this bullet, damage has been done and the future of the dollar looks less certain. Ed Luce of the Financial Times and host David Rothkopf discuss where this can lead and what it all may mean for China, Ukraine, and other major international concerns. Don't miss this timely and important discussion.

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The two hundred ninetieth episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

As Ukrainian Attack Looms, Putin Faces Setbacks and Disunity in Russian Forces

Biden launches Asia trip this week aimed at taking on China

Debt limit progress as Biden, McCarthy name top negotiators to avert national default

EU balks at adding Russian gas pipeline ban to sanctions package

Nicolas Sarkozy Sarkozy to wear tag after losing corruption appeal

Ukraine denies Russia destroyed Patriot missile defense system

Creepy, barnacle-covered demon dolls found — and now you can own one

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The two hundred eighty-ninth episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

Ukraine says it shot down six hypersonic missiles fired by Russia.

Turkish President Erdogan heads to a runoff election that will decide who leads a key NATO country

Takeaways from special counsel John Durham’s report on FBI’s Russia-Trump probe

Zelenskyy, Sunak push forward on ‘fighter jet coalition’

Photos: Sudanese capital devastated by a month of brutal fighting

China's April data show economic recovery losing steam, testing policymakers

Florida researcher breaks world record for living underwater

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On this, the inaugural episode of DSR's new weekly Spy Show podcast with Marc Polymeropoulos, Marc and co-host David Rothkopf are joined by one of the most respected officers in the CIA's recent history, Paul Kolbe. Together they discuss what to make of the recent criticisms of Vladimir Putin from within his own ranks, the likely consequences of potential instability in Belarus, and what is working for the US and our allies on the intel front in this complex and consequential war. Join us for perspectives and insights you won't find anywhere else.

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The two hundred eighty-eighth episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

Turkey faces election runoff, Erdogan seen with momentum

Wagner chief offered to give Russian troop locations to Ukraine, leak says

Gaza ceasefire largely holds, despite rocket fire ‘in error’

UK promises more arms for Ukraine as Zelenskyy meets Sunak on European tour

France to give Ukraine more armored vehicles and light tanks, Macron and Zelenskyy announce after surprise summit

Thailand elections: Voters deliver stunning blow to army-backed rule

Annoyed cows lead cops to fugitive hiding in their pasture, North Carolina town says

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There's a lot going on in cases involving the law and our legal system these days and we cover it all in this episode featuring University of Texas law professor Steve Vladeck and AG Gill of the Daily Beans Pod. From corruption on the Supreme Court to the shadow docket (about which Steve has written a great new book), from the E. Jean Carroll verdict to George Santos we explore the meaning and future implications of recent developments and trends. Don't miss it.

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This week, Norm and Kavita discuss the E. Jean Carroll Civil verdict and Trump’s CNN town hall meeting. In the bonus section, they discuss Congressman’s Santos’ legal woes and the latest in the debt ceiling negotiations. Join us for this timely discussion.

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The two hundred eighty-seventh episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

Former Pakistan PM Khan appears in court as supporters clash with police

Ukraine claims gains in Bakhmut after Russia denials

Turkey's president has built vast power over 20 years. But he may lose on Sunday

EU wants to put the squeeze on Russian crude smugglers

U.S. sees record migration influx as pandemic border restrictions lift

George Santos inks deal to avoid prosecution in Brazil over bad checks

World's oldest dog turns 31 in Portugal

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The two hundred eighty-sixth episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

US debt standoff overshadows G7 finance leaders' meeting

F.D.A. Advisers Say Benefits of Over-the-Counter Birth Control Pill Outweigh Risks

Zelensky says Ukraine needs more time for counter-offensive

What to know about Trump’s CNN town hall: election lies and attacks on E. Jean Carroll

US border crisis: El Paso braces for worst as Title 42 deadline looms

Pakistan arrests Imran Khan’s party leaders as protests continue

South Korea will be vulnerable to North’s drones for years, leak warns

Sewer truck spill covers cars in poop on Colorado highway

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Russia is showing multiple signs of weakness in its faltering invasion of Ukraine. These are complemented by continuing signs of incompetence and resentment from some close to Putin. Given these factors, we discuss whether now should be the time to provide even more support for Kyiv, setting aside our concerns about supposed Russian redlines. In this timely discussion with the CFR's Max Boot, AEI's Kori Schake and Georgetown's Rosa Brooks, host David Rothkopf also turns the conversation to a course correction in U.S.-China policy that all the members of our panel feel is a welcome one. Join us.

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The two hundred eighty-fifth episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

Donald Trump Sexually Abused and Defamed E. Jean Carroll, Jury Finds

Yellen heads to G7 with debt ceiling, bank crisis and tax woes in tow

White House Debt-Ceiling Meeting Fails to Yield Breakthrough as Deadline Nears

Imran Khan appears in court as Pakistan braces for violence

Rep. George Santos charged by federal prosecutors, people familiar say

EU’s Mariya Gabriel nominated to be Bulgaria’s new prime minister

Turkey elections: Erdogan and Kilicdaroglu offer stark choices for presidency

World not ready to ‘switch off’ fossil fuels, UAE says

Likely meteorite crashes through New Jersey home

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The two hundred eighty-fourth episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

Ukraine downs 15 Russian missiles as EU Commission president travels to Kyiv

Putin says ‘real war’ being waged against Russia on lower-key Victory Day

Deal or default? Biden, GOP must decide what’s on the table

EU targets Central Asia in drive to stop sanctioned goods reaching Russia 

Israel strikes Gaza killing 13 people, including four children

US on track to set record in 2023 for mass killings after series of shootings

LinkedIn cuts over 700 jobs, exits China app as demand wavers

‘Freaky-looking’ fanged fishes found on Oregon beaches

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After a brief hiatus, host Michael Weiss is back, fresh off a trip to Ukraine. He, along with special guest, former CIA Intelligence Officer Marc Polymeropoulos, discuss what's actually happening in Ukraine from interviews with military sources who are actually fighting the battles. Don't miss this timely, insightful conversation.

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The two hundred eighty-third episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

Russia launched 35 attack drones over Kyiv, the Ukrainian Air Force says.

Ukraine war: 'Mad panic' as Russia evacuates town near Zaporizhzhia plant

Yellen: ‘No good options’ if Congress fails to act on debt

Texas gunman’s white supremacist views eyed as possible motive

All hail Queen Ursula!

Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to boost trade, lower border tensions

Democrat urges Justice Roberts to act over Clarence Thomas’s ‘tangled web’

Man uses $40 in lottery winnings to win $500,000 jackpot

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On this week's episode of Words Matter, Norm and Kavita discuss the latest developments on the debt ceiling, the Seditious Conspiracy convictions of the Proud Boys, Trump's legal woes and Clarence and Ginni Thomas. 

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On Saturday, the United Kingdom will celebrate the coronation of King Charles III. In this special episode of Deep State Radio, host David Rothkopf is joined by Clive Priddle, Publisher of Public Affairs, to break down the coronation and why the British monarchy continues to thrive while other monarchies have fallen. Join us for this primer before you tune in to coverage.

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The two hundred eighty-second episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

8 Are Dead in Shooting in Serbia, a Day After School Massacre

Judicial activist directed fees to Clarence Thomas’s wife, urged ‘no mention of Ginni’

Yevgeny Prigozhin: Wagner Group boss says he will pull troops out of Bakhmut

Biden, Harris meet with CEOs about AI risks

Rishi Sunak is failing his first major electoral test

Ukraine delegate punches Russian at Black Sea meeting in Turkey

Proud Boys’ Tarrio guilty of Jan. 6 seditious conspiracy

A New Jersey Mystery: Who Dumped Hundreds of Pounds of Pasta, and Why?

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John Della Volpe is the director of polling at the Harvard Kennedy School Institute of Politics, and the author of Fight: How Gen Z is Channeling Their Fear and Passion to Save America (St. Martin's Press, January 2022). He joins host David Rothkopf to discuss the findings from the latest Harvard Youth Poll, which has been conducted for over twenty years, and has provided the most comprehensive look at the political opinions and voting trends held by young Americans. The Spring 2023 Harvard Youth Poll surveyed 2,069 young Americans between 18- and 29-years old and was conducted between March 13 and 22, 2023. You can view the top line results of the poll here.

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The two hundred eighty-first episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

Military veteran suspected of killing 1 woman, injuring 4 others in Atlanta medical facility is captured. Here’s how the hourslong manhunt unfolded

Ukraine residents prepare for curfew after night of heavy shelling

Ukraine's Zelenskiy, in The Hague, says Putin must face justice

Fed Makes 10th Rate Increase and Opens Door to Pause

Sudan’s warring generals closely matched ahead of latest cease-fire

King Charles III’s ‘Make Britain Great Again’ village

White House to meet Microsoft, Google CEOs on AI dangers

Deputies find reported 'fight in progress' involved brawling goats

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In this rapid fire edition of America's most entertaining foreign policy and national security podcast, the Financial Times' Ed Luce and Georgetown University's Rosa Brooks join host David Rothkopf to discuss some of the week's stranger international stories--like whether Putin launched a drone attack against himself and why someone thought it would be a good idea to have all the UK pledge allegiance to their new king as they watched his coronation on television. They also, of course, examine more serious ones like recent and seeming looming developments in Ukraine, the US-China relationship and a landmark speech on international economics delivered recently by U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan (which riffs in part on a column our own Ed wrote the week before.) Don't miss it. Join us.

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The Two Hundred Eightieth Episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

Huge fires at oil depots in Russia and Ukraine as sides press drone war

Belarusian activist Protasevich sentenced to eight years in jail

Pentagon leaks: we weren’t told about intelligence breach, Zelenskiy says

Spike in Russian combat deaths fuels fears of worse carnage to come

Hungary embarks on judicial reform hoping to unlock EU cash

Texas manhunt ends after suspect accused of killing 5 found hiding in laundry pile

Nord Stream: Report puts Russian navy ships near pipeline blast site

Company offers $1,000 to track all the crashes in 'The Fast and the Furious' franchise

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The Two Hundred Seventy-Ninth Episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

US says 20,000 Russians killed in Ukraine war since December

U.S. Could Run Out of Cash by June 1, Yellen Warns

‘Ironclad’: Biden, Marcos Jr affirm US-Philippines security ties

Russia throws more soldiers into Bakhmut meat grinder ahead of Putin’s Victory Day parade

China's exit bans multiply as political control tightens under Xi

Palestinian Khader Adnan dies in Israel jail after 86 days on hunger strike

Israel launches deadly air raid on Aleppo airport: media

Pas de chat: Lagerfeld’s cat Choupette won’t be at Met Gala

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Stories Cited in the Episode:

Ukraine says its air defences shoot down 15 Russian missiles

Hundreds evacuated from Sudan as fighting enters third week

Days after House GOP bill is approved, debt ceiling deadlock continues

Regulators seize ailing First Republic Bank, sell remains to JPMorgan

Erdogan says Turkey has killed suspected ISIL leader

Eastern EU countries strike deal with Commission to clear Ukrainian grain glut

Paraguay's conservatives score big election win, defusing Taiwan fears

Parrots learn to make video calls to chat with other parrots, then develop friendships, Northeastern University researchers say

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The Democrats should not be trying to eke out a narrow win in 2024. Given recent results in statewide elections, the Republicans active desire to embrace policies that are opposed by a supermajority of Americans, their seeming impulse to hitch their wagon to a star that is in deep legal trouble and the great record of the Biden Administration, a bigger win is possible. In fact, according to our discussion with guests Simon Rosenberg and David Corn and host David Rothkopf, the Democrats goal should be nothing less than delivering the blow that puts MAGA out of business. That's because it's doable and because given the pace MAGA is trying to game our electoral system, this may be the country's last chance to so. It's an important episode. Don't miss it.

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This week, as Kavita so eloquently put it, there are so many issues to discuss. Norm and Kavita tackle the debt ceiling, touch on the Disney/DeSantis dispute and in the members only section, discuss the Biden 2024 announcement. Don't miss this timely discussion.

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The Two Hundred Seventy-Seveth Episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

Sudan crisis: Ceasefire extended but fighting continues

Pence Appears Before Grand Jury on Trump’s Efforts to Retain Power

Russia kills at least 12 in biggest Ukraine air strikes for nearly two months

Attack on Burkina Faso military post kills at least 33 soldiers

Revealed: Senate investigation into Brett Kavanaugh assault claims contained serious omissions

2 US Army helicopters crash in Alaska, killing 3 soldiers

U.S. unveils new immigration measures ahead of Title 42's expiration

Michigan 7th grader safely brings full school bus to a stop after driver loses consciousness

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The Two Hundred Seventy-Sixth Episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

Ukraine gains an edge in Kherson as counteroffensive nears

Kevin McCarthy Got His Debt Limit Win—Now Comes the Hard Part

US and South Korea agree key nuclear weapons deal

Airman Accused of Leak Has History of Racist and Violent Remarks, Filing Says

Buildup resumed at suspected Chinese military site in UAE, leak says

Sound of air strikes echoes in Khartoum as US pushes for longer truce

What is the latest on Netanyahu’s corruption trial?

'I thought I was buggin': Roaming peacock bites Bronx man's leg

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The world faces the prospect that US foreign policy could once again change on a dime if, as could happen, Donald Trump is again elected president of the United States. How do our allies deal with this? Our enemies? Ukraine? Putin? China? We discuss this as well as President Xi's call with President Zelensky, South Korea's president's meeting with Joe Biden and really bad tv shows and movies about DC. Don't miss this great episode with Rosa Brooks, Kori Schake and Ed Luce.

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The Two Hundred Seventy-fifth Episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

US-South Korea summit: Taiwan, semiconductors on agenda between Joe Biden and Yoon Suk-yeol

Why the Seoul-Tokyo Détente Is Crucial to U.S. Strategy

South Korean President Yoon opens U.S. visit with spotlight on space, mega deals

With Biden’s 2024 Bid, Kamala Harris Will Be Under More Scrutiny

McCarthy's debt-ceiling bill tests unity of U.S. House Republicans

U.S. is concerned about rivals’ space threats, leaked documents show

Taliban kill IS leader behind Kabul airport bombing

Attempts to silence journalists increase in Europe: CPJ

EU warns Rishi Sunak against plan to bypass human rights courts

New Orleans student accepted to 125 schools, receives $9M in scholarship offers

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The Two Hundred Seventy-Fourth Episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

Sudan crisis: Ceasefire between army and RSF appears to hold

Tucker Carlson is out at Fox News after Dominion lawsuit disclosures

Biden to launch ’24 bid, betting record will top age worries

Ukraine’s allies denounce ‘cynical’ Russian meeting at UN

Guatemala president pledges strong support for 'Republic of Taiwan'

Jury selection to begin in Donald Trump’s civil rape trial

India to pass China this week as world's most populous nation: UN

Family of bears bounce on trampoline in Connecticut yard

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In anticipation of Biden's expected 2024 announcement, we're bringing you this episode from our archive. Enjoy!

There is no question that the Trump Administration has been a dramatic departure from past US Administrations on issues like democracy promotion, human rights and protecting press freedoms. Autocrats have been embraced. Press freedoms and free speech have been under siege here in the U.S. What would change if Joe Biden took office next January? In the second of our Agenda 2021 series, Amb. Derek Mitchell, President of the National Democratic Institute, Suzanne Nossel, CEO of PEN America and author of the forthcoming Dare to Speak: Defending Free Speech for All (HarperCollins, July 2020) and Kenneth Roth, Executive Director of Human Rights Watch discuss global trends, and policy shifts they expect and that they would like to see. Don’t miss this important discussion.

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