Inauguration Day in America: Linking Washington and Berlin

America has voted. On January 20, Joe Biden will be sworn in as the 46th President of the United States. Rarely has a U.S. presidential transition sparked as much attention – and concern – as the current one. Themed “America United,” Biden's inauguration ceremony is intended to mark a new chapter in bringing the country together. To conclude our Road to Election Night & Beyond series,...

What Can Europe Expect from the Biden Administration?

Europe has high hopes for President-elect Joe Biden. But, what can Europeans realistically expect from a Biden administration? As a minimum, there will be a change in tone, greater civility, and predictability in an increasingly uncertain environment. For many Europeans, Joe Biden is a known quantity. Foreign policy is part of his DNA. He understands...

What’s Behind Germany’s Querdenker Movement?

The intensity and scope of protests against the government measures to reduce the spread of Covid-19 in Germany has surprised many observers. Self-stylized "lateral thinkers" have forged a coalition that encompasses far-right extremists but also anti-vaxxers who historically have aligned with the left. At both ends of the political spectrum, protesters seem to share a...

Brexit: What Does the Deal Mean for Europe and the United States?

Please join us for a discussion on the consequences of the Brexit deal and what this means for the United Kingdom's relations with the European Union and the United States. American Council on Germany's Young Leaders Program is pleased to be hosting this event with the Council on Foreign Relations' Stephen M. Kellen Term Member Program. Speakers:...