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Enriching the world
29 November 2011
Sydney Alumni Magazine
This feature by Jane Raffan profiles Professor Margaret Levi, chair in US politics and director of research and research training at the US Studies Centre. Read article
Notes on America: US Defence cuts, social media and history's wisdom
29 November 2011
In this edition:
- Geopolitical ramifications of budgeting failure
- Media Fellowship: From sea to shining sea
- Postdoc encounters: The wisdom of history
- Events and commentary Read more
The United States Studies Centre - World Press Institute Media Fellowship Report
28 November 2011
Siobhan Heanue reports on the rigorous program of interviews, study and reporting that spanned a dozen cities including New York, Washington DC, Los Angeles and Chicago. Siobhan Heanue is the recipient of the US Studies Centre's inaugural Media Fellowship, in partnership with the World Press Institute. Read report
Marc Palen: US Studies Centre postdoctoral fellow
28 November 2011
In this interview 2011-12 US Studies Centre postdoctoral fellow Marc Palen provides an overview of his research into Anglo-American relations and the ideological origins of American globalisation, 1846-1896. He says this period offers insight not only into the shift in official US government policy during the 20th century towards free trade, but also to the state of free trade efforts in today's uncertain global economic environment. Watch Online
Should Australia pull its troops out of Afghanistan?
26 November 2011
The Sydney Morning Herald
The US Studies Centre's Tom Switzer features in this survey of experts asked about whether Australia should withdraw its forces from Afghanistan. Read article
The real reasons for positioning US forces here
25 November 2011
The Canberra Times
Dr Adam Lockyer suggests the stationing of US forces in Australia have nothing to do with deterrance. He adds that the US, China and Australia are each focused on deepening and widening economic ties to guarantee their future prosperity in the Asian Century. Adam Lockyer is a lecturer in US politics and foreign policy at the US Studies Centre.
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Obama all in with US challenge to China
24 November 2011
Global Times
Professor Geoffrey Garrett says US President Barack Obama has laid down the gauntlet to China, saying that its booming trade ties must be underpinned by its acceptance of the values he believes the rest of the region holds dear. And he thinks, over time, China will agree. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Withdrawal from Afghanistan would not hurt our US ties
24 November 2011
The Age
Tom Switzer says that if the Obama visit is any indication, one is left with the impression that Australian and US political leaders increasingly find it harder to justify a war that involves more blood and treasure and no promise of a happy ending. Tom Switzer is a research associate at the US Studies Centre. Read article
2012 presidential election analysis
23 November 2011
ABC News 24
In this interview Professor Geoffrey Garrett assesses the political state of play 12 months out from the next US presidential election. Included in the discussion is the race for the Republican nomination, the likelihood of an Obama second term, and the issues that are likely to dominate the election campaign. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Gingrich on the rise
23 November 2011
ABC News 24
Tom Switzer says the most recent Republican debate shows Newt Gingrich firming as the main contender to challenge the preeminent Mitt Romney. Also discussed is the importance of America's budget problems to the 2012 presidential election. Tom Switzer is a research associate at the US Studies Centre.
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'Doomsday' for the US Military?
23 November 2011
The Drum (ABC Online)
Dr Adam Lockyer says the implications of any failure by the congressional "supercommittee" to find agreement on reducing America's deficit could lead to major cuts in its defence spending. Dr Lockyer is a lecturer in US politics and foreign policy at the US Studies Centre.
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Institutional Consumers
23 November 2011
Boston Review
Professor Margaret Levi says institutions such as universities, governments and NGOs can influence which products are made, their quality, and the sustainability of both workers and the environment throughout the production process. Professor Levi is chair in US politics and director of research and research training at the US Studies Centre. Read article
Notes on America: An Obama in Australia special
22 November 2011
In this edition:
- Obama underlines Asia-Pacific push
- Strategic shift: US Marines in Top End
- US-led Pacific trade alliance
- Events and commentary Read more
Fighting terrorism at home and abroad
21 November 2011
Radio 2UE Sydney
In this interview Brendon O'Connor discusses the effectiveness of American counter-terrorism strategies on home soil following a foiled bomb plot in New York City. Also covered is how the war on terrorism is being conducted in Afghanistan and how the situation there has been affected by US occupation. Brendon O'Connor is associate professor of American politics at the US Studies Centre. Listen Online
Obama's visit to Australia sends biggest recognition of declining US power: expert
20 November 2011
Xinhua News Global Edition
Featuring in this report is Brendon O'Connor who says Obama's recent comments on Australia indicate the US is recognizing the growing influence of Asia-Pacific countries in a century that looks quite different to the last. Brendon O'Connor is associate professor of American politics at the US Studies Centre. Read article
A sudden rush for the exit?
20 November 2011
The Sun-Herald
Featuring in this article by Paul Daley is Tom Switzer, who discusses the US-Australian allaince in the context of the war in Afghanistan. Tom Switzer is a research associate at the US Studies Centre.
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What Obama said... and what he meant
18 November 2011
Herald Sun
Professor Geoffrey Garrett provides an analysis of the key points of US President Barack Obama's speech to the Australian parliament. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Swept under the eagle’s wing
18 November 2011
The Canberra Times
Dr David Smith writes, until last week it was hard to see what the meaning of this presidential trip was. There was the symbolism of the 60th anniversary of ANZUS and Obama’s personal connections to the region, but we didn’t really know what was in it for him. That he had cancelled trips twice before suggested he had little to gain by visiting Australia and leaving unattended the permanent crisis that is American domestic politics since the financial crisis. Dr David Smith is a lecturer in American Politics and foreign policy at the United States Studies Centre. Read more
Asia in focus As US expands Australia defense ties
18 November 2011
NPR Radio
The announcement about increased military cooperation with Australia comes the same week as the U.S. and other Asian nations negotiate a new free-trade deal, which for now does not include China. That, along with a push to renew ties with Asian allies, has raised questions about whether the U.S. is trying to "contain" China. Professor Geoffrey Garrett, the head of the United States Studies Center at the University of Sydney, says that isn't the case. He says there's a belief that China's rise will continue to be benign. Listen online
Australians greet Obama as if it were 2008, not 2011
18 November 2011
Minnesota Public Radio online
Siobhan Heanue says President Obama's charm wowed the Australian public in the space of 48 hours, but that Australia will have to play a delicate balancing game if it's to support the US agenda and maintain good relations with the major powers that surround it. Siobhan Heanue is the 2011 US Studies Centre World Press Institute fellow. Read article
President speaks to Parliament
17 November 2011
Sky News Agenda
Tom Switzer features in this expert panel discussion examining US President Barack Obama's speech to the Australian Parliament. Switzer says it was remarkable that the war in Afghanistan barely rated a mention. Tom Switzer is a research associate at the US Studies Centre.
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Analysis of Obama visit
17 November 2011
Sky News Lunchtime Agenda
Professor Geoffrey Garrett features in this look at the visit to Canberra by US President Barack OBama and what it means for Australia and the Asia-Pacific region. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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What the Obama visit means for Australia
17 November 2011
Sky News The Nation
The US Studies Centre's Associate Professor Brendon O'Connor features in this high profile panel discussion about the political, military and economic implications of the visit to Australia by Barack Obama. Watch Online
President adds "personal touch" to alliance
17 November 2011
SBS World News Australia
Brendon O'Connor tells Anton Enus that while Barack Obama spoke of many predictable aspects of the US-Australian alliance during his speech to the Australian parliament, the President made an effort to distinguish his remarks for this moment in history. Brendon O'Connor is associate professor of American politics at the US Studies Centre.
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A note of scepticism about the Obama visit
17 November 2011
The Drum (ABC Online)
Tom Switzer argues the US-Australian alliance would be too strong to be jeopardised by a withdrawal of Australian forces ahead of the current timetable. Tom Switzer is a research associate at the US Studies Centre.
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Asian strategic pivot Obama's game changer
17 November 2011
Global Times
Professor Geoffrey Garrett says with his presidency in big trouble amid deep economic and political problems at home, why is Barack Obama spending more than a week in Asia, sandwiching his trip to Australia between hosting APEC in Honolulu and participating East Asian Summit for the first time in Bali? Professor Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Obama’s speech to Parliament: experts respond
17 November 2011
The Conversation
The US Studies Centre's Geoffrey Garrett and Brendon O'Connor feature in this survey of experts asked about what US President Barack Obama's speech to parliament means for Australia and the globe.
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America's shifting gaze
17 November 2011
Sky News
Dr James Curran tells David Speers and Kieran Gilbert that US President Barack Obama's visit to Australia and major speech in Canberra is clear evidence of America's "shifting gaze" toward Asia. James Curran is a senior lecturer with the US Studies Centre.
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Obama speaks, Australia listens
17 November 2011
ABC News 24
Professor Geoffrey Garrett provides analysis of US President Barack Obama's speech to the Australian parliament in Canberra. He says the address had a major global and Asia-Pacific focus. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Watch Online
US-Australia relations continue in 21st century
17 November 2011
The Today Show on Channel Nine
On the occasion of Barack Obama's speech to the Australian parliament, Tom Switzer places the US-Australia alliance in context and says disagreements and competing pressures have always been a part of the relationship. Tom Switzer is a research associate at the US Studies Centre. Watch Online
Deeper military ties could complicate Australian relationship
17 November 2011
ABC News AM
Associate Professor Brendon O'Connor from Sydney University's US Studies Centre says greater military cooperation between the US and Australia could present greater challenges to the relationship. Listen Online
Obama rides foreign and domestic challenges
17 November 2011
The Today Show on Channel Nine
Professor Geoffrey Garrett says US President Barack Obama's visit to Australia comes at a time when the politics of the rise of China is impacting heavily both on US foreign policy and domestic issues such as high unemployment. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Barack Obama's Sputnik moment
17 November 2011
The Australian
Featuring in this article by Rowan Callick is Professor Geoffrey Garrett who says says the growing alignment of India, Indonesia, South Korea, Japan and Australia comprises a "democratic values coalition". Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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More to visit than meets the eye
16 November 2011
ABC News 24
Brendon O'Connor tells Juanita Phillips that while Australians can't expect US presidents to spend much time visiting, this trip by Barack Obama is more than just a polite gesture. Brendon O'Connor is associate professor of American politics at the US Studies Centre.
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US forces increase downunder
16 November 2011
ABC News 24
Dr James Curran explains the significance of the announcement by Julia Gillard and Barack Obama of greater numbers, access and frequency of movements by US military forces in Australia. James Curran is a senior lecturer with the US Studies Centre.
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A true friend? The US/Australia alliance
16 November 2011
ABC Radio National Rear Vision
As the US president arrives in Australia to celebrate the 60th anniversary of ANZUS, this package traces the history of Australia's alliance with the United States. Featured is US Studies Centre senior lecturer Dr James Curran. Listen Online
Australia manages US, China, India relations
16 November 2011
The Today Show on Channel Nine
In this interview with Karl Stefanovic, Tom Switzer discusses the potential threat of China having means on Australian soil to run surveillance. Switzer also discusses the challenge Australia faces in managing relations with America, China and now India following the proposed change in stance on sales of uranium to the sub-continent. Tom Switzer is a research associate at the US Studies Centre.
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Special relationship? Why Gillard needs to talk tough with Obama about US military base
16 November 2011
The Conversation
Brendon O'Connor says we should be glad Obama is here but let’s negotiate strategically rather than being overawed by his presence on our soil. Brendon O'Connor is associate professor of American politics at the US Studies Centre.
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Can Australia ride 'two horses at once'?
15 November 2011
TVNZ (New Zealand)
The US Studies Centre's Professor Geoffrey Garrett, Dr James Curran and Tom Switzer feature in this report about the dynamics of Australia's relationships with China and the United States.
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Obama visit a sign of the times
15 November 2011
Radio 702 ABC Sydney
Professor Geoffrey Garrett tells Richard Glover that Barack Obama's visit to Australia reflects the importance of the US-Australian alliance at a time when China is growing in power and influence. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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American economic ties run deep
15 November 2011
ABC Lateline Business
In this interview with Ticky Fullerton, Professor Geoffrey Garrett explains why US-Australian business ties continue to be critical to Australian prosperity even in light of the growth in China investment into Australia. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Trans-Pacific Partnership
15 November 2011
ABC Radio National Breakfast
Featuring in this report about the proposed Trans-Pacific Partnership is Geoffrey Garrett, who explains the politics surrounding the fledgling pact and its potential to further the interests of Australia and the United States. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Republicans ignore the Asia-Pacific at own peril
15 November 2011
The Drum (ABC Online)
Marc-William Palen considers the foreign policy problems with Republican Party presidential candidates, and argues Barack Obama's current pan-Pacific trip may garner support from a large segment of the American business community and increase his chances for re-election in 2012. Marc-William Palen is a postdoctoral fellow at the US Studies Centre. Read article
Notes on America: Obama pivots toward Asia, diplomacy in the spotlight and Cold war lessons for tomorrow
15 November 2011
In this edition:
- Obama visit looks to Asia-Pacific future
- Diplomatic history under microscope •
- Cold War foreign policy and the Third World •
- Events and commentary Read more
All eyes on Obama
15 November 2011
SBS World News Australia Radio
Featuring in this report by Ron Sutton on the US President's visit to Australia is Brendon O'Connor, who says too much can be read into the strength of personal ties between presidents and prime ministers. Brendon O'Connor is associate professor of American politics at the US Studies Centre.
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Poll shows most Australians happy with US relationship
15 November 2011
Sydney Morning Herald
Geoffrey Garrett features in this report by Phillip Coorey and Nick O'Malley. He says Obama's visit reveals that the US is committed to refocusing on the region, and the rise of China, after being distracted by wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Read article
Australia in the middle of US-China game
14 November 2011
Sky News Late Agenda
Professor Geoffrey Garrett discusses with Helen Dalley and Peter Hartcher the military, economic and political aspects that the Obama visit is bringing into focus for Australia and what it all means going forward. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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President in town to beef up presence in region
14 November 2011
Channel Ten Morning News
Tom Switzer tells Ron Wilson that the US President's visit is about acknowledging the longevity of the US-Australia alliance on its 60th anniversary as well as to announce an increased focus by the United States on the Asia-Pacific region. Tom Switzer is a research associate at the US Studies Centre.
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Fullilove, Switzer discuss Australia-US relations
14 November 2011
7:30 - ABC TV
Michael Fullilove from the Lowy Institute and Tom Switzer from the United States Studies Centre discuss Australia's diplomatic relationship with the US ahead of president Barack Obama's visit to Australia.
Interview with a Taliban Insider: Iran's Game in Afghanistan
14 November 2011
The Atlantic
This feature article by US Studies Centre research associate Leah Farrall delves into the big picture of Iran's international ambitions and how they relate to the war in Afghanistan, the hunt for Osama bin Laden and the future of the Taliban.
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Obama to visit Australia
14 November 2011
SBS World News Australia
Professor Geoffrey Garrett and Tom Switzer feature in this report on the importance of Asia and Australia to Barack Obama's foreign policy objectives. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive and Tom Switzer is a research associate at the US Studies Centre.
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Pacific free trade deal divides commentators
14 November 2011
ABC Lateline Business
In this report Professor Geoffrey Garrett says the Trans-Pacific Partnership will be a US-led economic institution for the Asia Pacific century, and considers trade issues related to the agricultural sector. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
Hello again America, it's just like you never left
14 November 2011
The Australian
Professor Alan Dupont says in the face of China's rising might, most southeast Asian nations have enthusiastically welcomed a stronger US presence in the region. This is an edited extract from his essay in the latest edition of American Review published by the US Studies Centre. Read article
US, Australia to hold bilateral talks
14 November 2011
Radio Australia Connect Asia
In this interview with Sen Lam, Professor Geoffrey Garrett says he expects the discussion between Barack Obama and Julia Gillard to be one of looking back to 60 successful years of the alliance and looking forward to the prospects of the "Asia-Pacific century". Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Media briefing about Obama visit
14 November 2011
Australia's Public Affairs Channel
Professor Geoffrey Garrett leads this media briefing about US President Barack Obama's impending visit to Australia. Featuring in the discussion is an analysis of what the Obama visit to the Asia-Pacific region means as well as a particular focus on the significance of the US-Australian alliance. Listen Online
Obama visit 'pivotal', says expert
14 November 2011
ABC Radio The World Today
In this interview with Eleanor Hall, Professor Geoffrey Garrett discusses the impending visit to Australia by US President Barack Obama and argues it comes at an important moment in the Obama presidency and America's global relations. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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No surprises with Darwin announcement
13 November 2011
702 ABC Radio Sydney
Despite the media excitement over the proposed training facility for US Marines in Darwin, Associate Professor Brendon O'Connor says the move does not have the significance of previous US-Australia initiatives such as Pine Gap during the Cold War. Brendon O'Connor is associate professor of American politics at the US Studies Centre.
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What's missing in the US presidential race? The vanishing act of Middle America
12 November 2011
Radio National Saturday Extra
In this interview with Geraldine Doogue, Professor James Fallows discusses the problem of income inequality in America and its likely impact on the 2012 US presidential elections. James Fallows is national correspondent for The Atlantic and chair in US media at the US Studies Centre.
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Our very special friendship
12 November 2011
The Canberra Times
Featuring in this article by Judith Ireland is Brendon O'Connor, who considers the previous postponements and impending arrival of US President Barack Obama to Australia. Brendon O'Connor is associate professor of American politics at the US Studies Centre.
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US to base Marines in Darwin: reports
11 November 2011
Agence France-Press
Professor Geoffrey Garrett features in this report about the US plan to station Marines at a base in Darwin, commenting on how it relates to current US-China relations. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Read article
Thomas Friedman meets 'US in the World' students
10 November 2011
Eminent New York Times columnist and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Thomas Friedman talks candidly with Professor Geoffrey Garrett about some of the key global happenings of 2011 against the bigger picture of the 9/11 Decade. Watch Online
Rob Rakove: US Studies Centre postdoctoral fellow
10 November 2011
In this interview 2011-12 US Studies Centre postdoctoral fellow Rob Rakove provides an overview of his research into the relationship between America and non-aligned Third World states during the Kennedy and Johnson presidential administrations. Drawing on his insights into this crucial Cold War period, Rakove says there is plenty that can be applied by politicians and policymakers in the 21st century. Watch Online
Jackson case prompts questions about jury
8 November 2011
Triple J Hack
Associate Professor Brendon O'Connor features in this report about the court case that saw Michael Jackson's physician being found guilt of involuntary manslaughter. O'Connor comments on the resources legal teams devote to finding jurors who will be sympathetic to their case. Brendon O'Connor is associate professor of American politics at the US Studies Centre.
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Notes on America: Anticipating Obama, talking business and conservative media's backstory
8 November 2011
In this edition:
- Harvey Pitt on US regulations and recovery
- US President's visit prompts regional reflection
- Postdoc encounters: Conservative media and politics
- Events and commentary Read more
Fellowship recognises excellence in research
8 November 2011
US Studies Centre chief executive Professor Geoffrey Garrett has been elected a fellow of the Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia (ASSA). This election is in recognition of his eminent commentary on US politics, economics and foreign policy, and his widely published works. ASSA is an autonomous, non-governmental organisation, devoted to the advancement of knowledge and research in the various social sciences. Read more
Nicole Hemmer: US Studies Centre postdoctoral fellow
7 November 2011
In this interview 2011-12 US Studies Centre postdoctoral fellow Nicole Hemmer provides an overview of her research into the development of conservative media in post-World War Two America. She says there is much more to the story than the successes of recent years and decades attributed to the likes of Rupert Murdoch. Dr Hemmer explains the book project she is working on which puts the development of conservative media and its relationship with politics in its proper historical context. Watch Online
Spy in the sky can eye a good drop
7 November 2011
Sydney Morning Herald
This report by Tim Barlass features inventor and entrepreneur Steve Harwin, who recently developed his ideas at Stanford University's Summer Institute for entrepreneurship. Harwin was awarded the fellowship by the United States Studies Centre.
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Assange faces extradition
7 November 2011
Triple J Hack
Featuring in this report by Patrick Abboud is Dr David Smith who discusses the possiblity of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange being extradited to the United States after losing an appeal against being extradited to Sweden. David Smith is a lecturer in American politics and foreign policy at the US Studies Centre.
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Global economic turbulence
4 November 2011
Sky Business On The Record
Professor Geoffrey Garrett features in this panel discussion about America and Europe's respective problems and the likely impact on the global economy. He says the US is in a political rather than fiscal crisis, which distinguishes it from Europe. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Gaddafi downfall victory for US policy of 'leading from behind'
3 November 2011
Radio Australia Connect Asia
Tom Switzer discusses US President Barack Obama's so called "leading from behind" policy toward Libya and makes a comparison with America's tactic of invading Iraq in 2003. Tom Switzer is a research associate at the US Studies Centre.
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Experts to give briefing on Obama visit
2 November 2011
The United States Studies Centre will provide a briefing to media representatives on the forthcoming visit to Australia by US President Barack Obama and other aspects of US-Australian relations. Geoffrey Garrett chief executive of the US Studies Centre at the University of Sydney, a distinguished political scientist and one of Australia’s leading commentators on the US will lead the briefing. Read more
New rules won't prevent next crisis, says top regulator
1 November 2011
The Australian
Featuring in this story by Geoff Elliott is former chairman of the US Securities and Exchange Commission, Harvey Pitt. Pitt says the current regulation in the United States would do little to prevent the next crisis because new regulatory rules tend to be "makeshift and bandaid solutions". Harvey Pitt is in Australia as a visitor of the US Studies Centre and the University of Sydney Business School.
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Notes on America: Nation building, citizenship and thought leaders
1 November 2011
In this edition:
- Karzai must address "massive corruption": Karl Eikenberry
- Recognition for leading academics
- The story of American citizenship in literature
- Events and commentary Read more
