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US gas a challenge to our economy
27 May 2013
The Australian Financial Review
The emergence of the US as a significant LNG exporter will affect the Australian economy in two powerful ways, writes dean of the Australian School of Business at UNSW and Alliance 21 Energy Security conference participant Geoffrey Garrett. Read Online
Why MOOC ranking makes sense
22 May 2013
The Australian
A global ranking of massive open online courses can't be too far away and would do more good than harm, say Centre chief operating officer Sean Gallagher and dean of the Australian School of Business at UNSW Geoffrey Garrett. Read Online
Going Gangnam style with MOOC rankings
22 May 2013
The Australian Online
A global MOOC league table would be the ultimate in crowd sourced intelligence on teaching in higher education, say Centre chief operating officer Sean Gallagher and dean of the Australian School of Business at UNSW Geoffrey Garrett. Read Online
The Wash-Up: The US Presidential Election
21 January 2013
APAC
Expert panel on the US presidential election featuring board member Geoffrey Garrett, research associate Tom Switzer and Chairman of the Australian Strategic Policy Institute Stephen Loosley. Filmed at the 2012 Woollahra Festival and moderated by ABC Radio's Mark Colvin. Listen Online
Obama stays firm but treads lightly in Asia
21 November 2012
Australia Network Business Today
It's a been a big week for the US in Asia with Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama both traveling through the region around the East Asian Summit. University of Sydney Business School dean and professor of politics at the Centre Geoffrey Garrett says the trip was about establishing a clear position not asserting a containment strategy. Watch Online
The big picture of Sino-US relations
13 November 2012
Sydney Morning Herald
According to Professor Geoffrey Garrett, founding CEO of the US Studies Centre and Business School dean at the University of Sydney, the relationship between China and the US is the most complex relationship in the history of the world. Read more
US will ensure China follows the "road rules"
13 November 2012
Sydney Morning Herald
Economic codependence between the US and China ensures that the two countries will never go to war, says dean of the Business School and US Studies Centre professor of politics Geoffrey Garrett. The US is more interested in shaping China's rise than stopping it. Read article
What lies beyond election day?
5 November 2012
ABC TV The Business
Whoever wins the election, America has some stark economic choices to make, starting with how to manage to so called 'fiscal cliff' of budget cuts and tax increases due in 2013. Dean of the University of Sydney Business School and Professor of Politics at the Centre Geoffrey Garrett discuss the prospects for the US economy after election day. Watch Online
Key to Asian Century is already on campus
31 October 2012
The Australian
The Australian Government's Asia Century white paper includes laudable education objectives, but barely pays lip service to Australia's greatest asset when it comes to understanding Asia. Dean at the Business School and US Studies Centre professor Geoffrey Garrett and chief operating officer Sean Gallagher argue Australia needs to do more for Asian students. Read article
American innovation, inspiration will triumph
29 October 2012
Australian Financial Review
With fears that the American dream is disintegrating and wrenching negotiations to avoid the "fiscal cliff" set to take place soon after the presidential election is over, the American economic situation looks glum. Dean at the Business School and US Studies Centre professor Geoffrey Garrett argues that the US still has the ingredients necessary for success. Read article
China drifting to US higher education market
3 October 2012
The Australian
Cash-strapped US public universities have finally begun doing in earnest what Australian universities have done for two decades - making up for shortfalls in government funding by aggressively recruiting in Asia. Centre COO Sean Gallagher and board member Geoff Garrett discuss the implications for Australian higher education. Read more
QE3 sends mixed messages to voters
14 September 2012
Sky Business
The markets may have received the third round of quantitative easing well but what messages will voters be taking from it? And will it have the desired effect? Business School dean and Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett says it's a well-reasoned move that plays to both sides of politics. Watch Online
Bernanke brings out the big guns
14 September 2012
The Conversation
With August seeing the American economy add an uninspiring 96,000 jobs, unemployment in the US remains above eight per cent. Centre CEO and Dean of the University of Sydney Business School Geoffrey Garrett explains whether the Federal Reserve's announced third round of quantative easing can help fix the problem. Read article
Foreign policy at forefront in elections
11 September 2012
Australia Network Newsline
When Barack Obama took to the stage at last week's Democratic convention, he accused his rival, Mitt Romney, of being stuck in a "Cold War time warp". But is that really a reality? Centre CEO and Dean of the University of Sydney Business School Geoffrey Garrett explains the differences between the candidates
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US beefs up economic relations with Australia
10 September 2012
The Straits Times
The United States is following up its decision to station Marines in Darwin with moves to strengthen its economic ties with Australia. Centre CEO and Dean of the University of Sydney Business School, Geoffrey Garrett says the action is a symbolic one designed to send a message to rival nations, while associate professor Brendon O'Connor says Australians are rarely worried by US investment. Read article
Superpower or subordinate: Where does China fit?
8 September 2012
The Sydney Morning Herald
According to chair in US media James Fallows, Australians believe more than anyone else that China is the world's pre-eminent economy. It's a view that misunderstands the extent of China's internal problems and the US's continuing power, and will form part of the discussion at the Festival of Dangerous Ideas event China ♥ America, which will also feature Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett. Read article
Australian voters would deliver Obama landslide victory
28 August 2012
Sydney Morning Herald
A new online poll has found that if Australians could vote in the US elections this November, Barack Obama would win by a landslide unprecedented in modern times. Centre CEO Geoff Garrett says that Australia's liking of the current president began early, and was the result of negativity toward George W. Bush and the Iraq War. Read article
Australians deluded on meaning of US election
28 August 2012
Sydney Morning Herald
Australians overwhelmingly expect Barack Obama to beat Mitt Romney in this November's presidential election, even though American polling finds the two candidates are neck-and-neck. Centre CEO Geoff Garrett says Australians find it difficult to understand why the centre of gravity in the US is so far to the right. Read article
Backslapping belies the trouble in Tampa
24 August 2012
ABC News 24 Planet America
Not even the fanfare of the Republican National Convention in Tampa, Florida, this week will be able to gloss over some serious issues that the Mitt Romney campaign has been fighting this week, says Centre CEO and Dean of the Sydney University Business School Geoffrey Garrett. Can Romney turn it around? Watch Online
Obama v Romney: who is better for Australian business?
22 August 2012
BRW
Mitt Romney’s choice of small government champion Paul Ryan as his VP running mate has put the focus of the campaign back on the candidates’ economic credentials, but which candidate would be better for Australian business? Sydney University Business School dean and Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett says Romney's tough words on spending cuts and China raise troubling issues. Read more
Gold rush runs out of steam
21 August 2012
The Age
The flow of fee money from overseas students, who are turning in their tens of thousands to other countries may finally be drying up, suggests a report written by Centre COO Sean Gallagher and Centre CEO and Dean of the University of Sydney Business School Geoffrey Garrett. Read more
China investment elephant is well and truly in the room
20 August 2012
The Australian
Chinese foreign investment is fast becomes a defining feature of the global economy, says Centre CEO and dean of the University of Sydney Business School Geoffrey Garrett. But do the tough challenges facing Western governments surrounding this influx of capital mean such interests are not in Australia's interest? Read article
US flexes its muscle on investment
16 August 2012
The Australian
With the US government's Export-Import Bank announcing it will make a record $5 billion in cheap loans in Australia this year, Australians are being reminded of the strength of its economic ties with America. CEO of the US Studies Centre and dean of the Unvieristy of Sydney's Business School Geoffrey Garrett says the bank's move was a symbolic one, showing that though China has trading partners, the US still has a lot of friends. Read article
Smith defends US-China approach
9 August 2012
The Australian Financial Review
Defence minister Stephen Smith has rebuffed suggestions that US power is waning and it should cede authority in the region to China or that the Gillard government has become too close to Washington. Centre CEO and Sydney University Business School dean Geoffrey Garrett says that rather than caught in the middle, Australia is currently in the sweet spot. Read more
The rise of the multinational university
5 August 2012
University World News
A new report by Centre chief operating officer Sean Gallagher and chief executive Geoffrey Garrett has found that some universities are transforming from branch campuses into multinational universities that behave in many ways like multinational corporations. Is a changing market place threatening to undermine Australia's supremacy in exporting education? Read article
Overhaul the export strategy or fall behind
1 August 2012
The Australian
Higher education is Australia's third largest export, but growing competition from big name US universities will require local institutions to rethink their approach. In a new report, Centre chief operating officer Sean Gallagher and chief executive officer Geoffrey Garrett find that Australian universities will have to adapt to the new environment or move down market. Read article
US universities see future in Asia
1 August 2012
The Australian
Australia's two decade success story in exporting higher education could be coming to an end, with the sector facing competition from high-quality but cash-strapped US universities. In a new report, Centre chief operating officer Sean Gallagher and chief executive officer Geoffrey Garrett warn that some big name institutions are adopting a global approach akin to that of multinational companies. Read article
Obama, Labor take different paths towards their electoral D-Day
27 July 2012
The Australian
Both Barack Obama and Australia's governing Labor Party face tough elections in the near future, but Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett says each is approaching the forthcoming poll with a different set of tactics. While the ALP is moving towards the right, Obama sees potential in embracing the left. Who has the right idea? Read article
Economics and politics collide in US-China relationship
16 June 2012
The China-US relationship is not about to become another Cold War because the two countries are joined at the economic hip, says Centre CEO and Sydney University Business School dean Geoffrey Garrett. In this talk delivered at TEDxSydney, Professor Garrett notes that although this economic co-dependence doesn't guarantee peace, it does create overwhelming incentives for both countries to cool down incipient crises before they flame out of control. Watch Online
Elite US universities offer free web courses
6 June 2012
The Australian
Last month, Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology began offering some of their courses online and at no cost to anyone who wants to take them — with certificates of completion available at the end. Centre chief operating officer Sean Gallagher and chief executive officer Geoffrey Garrett say this innovation is one that could disrupt models of higher education across the world. Read article
US still driving world economy
1 June 2012
Sky Business On the Record
Overblown claims of US decline have obscured the fact that in immigration, innovation and industry, America remains a leading global power. US Studies Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett says that these facts, as well as the mutual dependence of China and the US, will ensure that leaders of both countries seek to retain the status quo in international relations. Watch Online
Australia needs to dispel "China myths"
28 May 2012
ABC Radio Australia
Australia stands between a traditional ally in the United States and economic opportunity in a growing China, but can it effectively maintain these two relationships? Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett dispels the "three large misconceptions" Australians have about the world around them. Listen online
US and China want to make money, not war
26 May 2012
The Weekend Australian
With American troops headed for Darwin and China set to overtake the US as the world's largest economy, many observers fear Australia will be caught in the middle of two great powers at odds with one another. Centre CEO and Dean of the University of Sydney's Business School Geoffrey Garrett says, however, that the world will contain two superpowers, and Australia won't have to choose between them. Read article
Chinese dissident creates sensitive moment for Sino-US relations
1 May 2012
Australia Network Newsline
The intrigue surrounding the escape of Chinese dissident Chen Guangcheng continues, with rumours the activist will be taken to the United States. US Studies Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett talks to Jim Middleton about how the issue might test relations between the two powers. Watch Online
Sino-US relations to take centre stage
30 April 2012
Australia Network Business Today
As the race for the White House in 2012 continues to heat up, a central issue on the foreign policy front will be America's relationship with China. US Studies Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett discusses the relationship, which he believes is too important for politics to get in the way of. Watch Online
Have US house prices hit rock bottom?
18 April 2012
ABC Radio PM
Crippled by risky lending practices, the US housing market has been depressed for years. But could it now be an attractive investment for Australians? US Studies Centre C.E.O. Geoffrey Garrett discusses the consqeuences of a high Australian dollar and weak US housing market. Listen Online
Australian investors eye American property
17 April 2012
ABC TV The Business
Investors are looking to America, where property is at rock-bottom prices after the subprime mortgage meltdown. US Studies Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett says prospects for Australian investors are good. Watch Online
Game over for Santorum
11 April 2012
Sky News Agenda
Rick Santorum's exit may have cleared the way for Mitt Romney to secure the Republican nomination but US Studies Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett suggests that Romney still looks weak. Job numbers, oil prices and a Supreme Court decision however will make for an enthralling and unpredictable race for the White House. Watch Online
Expert Super Tuesday panel dissects the Republican primaries
11 March 2012
ABC News Radio Inside America
As part of the US Studies Centre's Super Tuesday event, ABC NewsRadio host John Barron moderated a expert panel including CEO Professor Geoffrey Garrett, Chair in US Media and National Correspondent of The Atlantic Monthly Professor James Fallows and Research Associate and Editor of The Spectator Australia Tom Switzer. What do the Super Tuesday results mean for the Republican candidates and who will win the presidency in November? Listen Online
Republican insiders all claiming to be outsiders
11 March 2012
ABC Radio National Sunday Extra
The two take-home messages from the recent round of Republican primaries in the US is that this contest will run and run and that you do yourself no harm by accusing your opponent of being an insider. US Studies Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett discusses how close each of the candidates are to Washington interests and asks what the problem is with having some Washington insight. Listen Online
Wounded Romney limps to uncertain contest with Obama
10 March 2012
The Australian
Mitt Romney's strong showing in the Super Tuesday primaries this week demonstrated that he will almost certainly be the Republican Party's candidate in November's presidential election, but it will be a hard slog to the nomination, says US Studies Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett. Romney will continue over the coming weeks and months as a presumptive nominee searching for momentum, looking weaker as the campaign continues. Nonetheless, even though the economy and President Barack Obama's poll numbers are improving, Republicans believe they still have a chance to win the presidency this year. Read article
Obama the big winner on Super Tuesday
7 March 2012
Australia Network Newsline
The so-called 'Super Tuesday' multi-state primaries produced a less than superlative result for any of the Republican presidential candidates, ironically making the incumbent Barack Obama seem the real winner on the day. Mitt Romney seems incapable of capturing the hearts of Republicans while Santorum cannot win over the minds. US Studies Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett analyses whether the GOP can solve this conundrum before they face Obama in November. Watch Online
Super Tuesday shows no clear winner
7 March 2012
ABC Radio National Drive
Mitt Romney is yet to clinch the Republic nomination, despite victories in six states in today's Super Tuesday ballot. Super Tuesday was supposed to bring clarity to the Republican nomination battle. US Studies Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett explains that there is still no sign of a decisive leader emerging in the near future. Listen Online
Two very different views take centre stage on Super Tuesday
7 March 2012
2GB Money News
Two very different men have emerged as the main candidates in the race for the Republican presidential nomination in 2012. Mitt Romney looks perfect on paper but can't seal the deal with GOP base while Rick Santorum's brand of hard-line social conservatism looks unelectable on a national stage. US Studies Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett dissects the candidates chances after the Super Tuesday primaries. Listen Online
'Anyone But Romney' the real story of Super Tuesday
7 March 2012
ABC Local Radio Sydney Drive
Mitt Romney may have won Ohio on Super Tuesday but with three states going to the poster-boy of the conservative base, Rick Santorum, the 'Anyone-But-Romney' vote is still driving the Republican primaries towards a contested Convention. US Studies Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett talks to Richard Glover about what the GOP can do from here and where to next for the remaining candidates? Listen Online
Republicans head to the polls for Super Tuesday
7 March 2012
ABC TV News Breakfast
As Republicans head to the polls to vote for their preferred presidential nominee in the multi-state Super Tuesday contest, US Studies Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett explains that even a good result for Mitt Romney may not be enough for him to seal the deal and look ahead to the general election against Obama in November. Watch Online
Super Tuesday only the start of Republican race
5 March 2012
Sky Business Late Agenda
Super Tuesday, normally the moment where the Republican nominee for President is locked in, has this year only revealed how long this campaign may go. US Studies Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett and Research Associate Tom Switzer discuss each of the nominees chances in the 10 state primary contest and who is most likely to win the nomination. Watch Online
US Studies Centre congratulates Bob Carr
2 March 2012
US Studies Centre head Geoffrey Garrett has congratulated member of the Centre’s Board of Directors and former NSW Premier Bob Carr on his appointment as Australia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs. Professor Garrett said Mr Carr has made invaluable contributions to the Centre and his deep knowledge of American history, politics and foreign policy will be a great asset in his new role. Read Online
A close result in Michigan puts Super Tuesday into play
29 February 2012
ABC News Radio
With a tight result in Michigan, all the Republican candidates will be looking ahead to Super Tuesday give them the momentum (and the delegates) they need to secure the nomination. US Studies Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett offers a range of scenarios for the months ahead and suggests that the contest may go all the way to the Convention floor. And how much will these extended primaries benefit Obama in November? Listen Online
The future of foreign policy without Rudd
27 February 2012
Sky Business
With Kevin Rudd resigning as Foreign Minister and Julia Gillard considering his replacement, US Studies Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett talks to Sky News about how this might change the foreign policy outlook. What does this mean for US-Australian relations? Professor Garrett also assesses Obama's chances of remaining in power after November. Watch Online
CEO Geoffrey Garrett elected as new Asia Foundation trustee
24 February 2012
The Asia Foundation, the premier international development organization serving the Asia-Pacific region, today announced the election of US Studies Centre CEO Professor Geoffrey Garrett to its Board of Trustees. Professor Garrett is one of 5 new trustees including Karl Eikenberry, Sunder Ramaswamy, Masako Shinn, and Alice Young, aiming to bring diverse international government, academic, and philanthropic perspectives to the Foundation’s initiatives and programs in 17 Asian countries. Read Online
Visit to US offers opportunities and challenges for China
15 February 2012
Australia Network Newsline
The man most likely to succeed Hu Jintao as China's President, Xi Jinping, was in Washington this week to meet US President Obama and discuss the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead for the US-China relationship. In this Newsline report, US Studies Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett explains that the trip was important not only to cement a personal relationship between the leaders but also open up discussions on important economic, military and human rights issues that have divided them in the past. Watch Online
Obama's budget provides a road-map to the election
14 February 2012
2GB Money News
Obama's latest budget proposes a range of measures to increase taxes on the richest Americans and increase spending in some key areas to continue growing the American economy. US Studies Centre CEO Professor Geoffrey Garrett says this is as much a political statement as an economic policy. Can he harness the power of the Occupy movement and will this budget help him win a second term in November? Listen Online
It's not too late for a Jeb Bush candidacy
10 February 2012
The Australian
Rick Santorum's trifecta of primary wins this week has damaged the Republican frontrunner Mitt Romney, and left the GOP even more uncertain about the weaknesses of a candidate many of them still cannot bring themselves to support. United States Studies Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett considers whether a white knight, in the form of Jeb Bush, might ride to their rescue on the convention floor. Read article
CEO Geoffrey Garrett named in Top 50 most influential in Higher Education
7 February 2012
The Australian
United States Studies Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett has been named one of the 50 most influential people in higher education by The Australian, joining Prime Minister Julia Gillard, Chief Scientist of Australia Ian Chubb and 2011 Nobel Prize winner Brian Schmidt. Professor Garrett placed 44th in the list, beating out Pablo Picasso and Sydney University alumni Adam Spencer. See full list
Republican gift that keeps on giving
27 January 2012
The Australian
Barack Obama's State of the Union speech lacked the fireworks of the pitched battle between Newt Gingrich and Mitt Romney for the Republican presidential nomination. The speech nonetheless revealed the path he hopes will take him to re-election, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read article
Geoffrey Garrett analyses Obama's State of the Union address
25 January 2012
ABC 24
Geoffrey Garrett says Obama's speech was both an appeal to the American public and an indirect attack on his potential Republican presidential candidates Mitt Romney and Newt Gingrich. Watch online
Bill Chafe meets 'US in the World' students
19 January 2012
Professor Geoffrey Garrett and one of America's leading historians from Duke University, Professor William Chafe, examine some of the key aspects of US President Barack Obama's run for office in 2008 and how he has handled issues such as race, religion, immigration and foreign policy. Recorded on 19 October 2011. Watch Online
James Fallows meets 'US in the World' students
19 January 2012
National correspondent for The Atlantic and chair in US media at the US Studies Centre James Fallows talks with Geoffrey Garrett and students about America’s place in the world at the conclusion of the 9/11 Decade. Watch Online
Shanto Iyengar meets 'US in the World' students
19 January 2012
Professor of Communication at Stanford University, Shanto Iyengar talks with Geoffrey Garrett and students about the role of the US media in affecting American politics and foreign policy. Recorded on 4 October 2011. Watch Online
Romney remains man most likely
11 January 2012
ABC News 24
Professor Geoffrey Garrett tells Joe O'Brien that a Romney win in South Carolina and Florida in the remaining January Primaries would seal his place as the Republican candidate to take on Barack Obama in November. He adds that Ron Paul could greatly reduce Romney's chances at taking the White House if Paul decides to run independently. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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US Defence budget cuts examined
6 January 2012
ABC TV 7.30
Professor Geoffrey Garrett tells Chris Uhlmann that President Obama's announcement of cuts to the defence budget is much less of a story than is the repositioning of the United States military toward the Asia-Pacific. Also discussed is the ever-topical US-China relationship and where Australia fits into the picture.
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Republican race moves to New Hampshire, Romney leads
5 January 2012
ABC Radio PM
Professor Geoffrey Garrett tells Brendan Trembath that the biggest winner from the Iowa Caucuses was Barack Obama because the Republican Party is failing to provide a clear united voice from their side of politics at a time when the President is at his most vulnerable. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Listen online
State of play in Republican race
5 January 2012
ABC Radio National
Professor Geoffrey Garrett provides an incisive summary into what the Iowa Caucus result means for each of the remaining leading contenders for the Republican presidential nomination. Garrett says that while Mitt Romney remains the most likely winner there are many obstacles in his way - not least a clever and angry Newt Gingrich. Professor Garrett is chief executive of 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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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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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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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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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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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
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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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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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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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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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
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
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
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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China the focus of Obama's trade push
31 October 2011
The Australian
Professor Geoffrey Garrett says US President Barack Obama's goal in the upcoming intense month of regional diplomacy is to lay the foundations for a US-led free trade area of the Asia-Pacific to complement the US's network of political military alliances in the region. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Read article
Australia needs a new China strategy
27 October 2011
The Australian
Dr Sean Gallagher and Professor Geoffrey Garrett say now is the time for our universities to move beyond the exports thinking that has served them so well over the past decade and embrace the brave new world of universities as multinational firms slicing up the global value chain. Sean Gallagher is chief operating officer and Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive at the US Studies Centre.
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Geopolitical maneuvering
25 October 2011
Australia Network Newsline
Professor Geoffrey Garrett speaks with Jim Middleton about the importance of US President Barack Obama's upcoming visit to Asia, with all eyes on US-China economic relations. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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US China relations on show at APEC
25 October 2011
Radio Australia Asia Pacific
Featuring in this report by Karen Snowdon is Professor Geoffrey Garrett, who explains the possible way forward for US President Barack Obama in his dealings with China ahead of his upcoming tour of the Asia-Pacific region.
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Obama prepares for focus on Asia
24 October 2011
Sky News Business Channel
In this interview with Carson Scott, Professor Geoffrey Garrett appraises US President Barack Obama's policy towards Asia ahead of his multi-stop visit across the Asia-Pacific region. Professor Garrett says the amount of time Obama is spending on this trip reflects the economic importance of the region to America at a time when the President is risking a lot by not staying at home with the 2012 election looming.
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Washington's focus US-led free trade, not yuan
20 October 2011
Global Times
Despite the recently passed bill in the US Senate labelling China as a currency manipulator, Professor Geoffrey Garrett says America's main focus is to see China open its economy in ways it has previously resisted. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Class warfare will worsen US gridlock
13 October 2011
Global Times
Professor Geoffrey Garrett says the partisan warfare the Tea Party inspired is morphing into class warfare as Democrats try to capitalise on the passion and energy of Occupy Wall Street among the young and the poor. He adds this will only make it harder to get things done in Washington which cannot be good for anybody since ending Washington’s gridlock is essential to turning around both the American and global economies. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Read article
Republicans lacking a conservative front-runner
6 October 2011
Sky News
Professor Geoffrey Garrett says that the leading Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney does not sit well with many of the more conservative members of the Republican Party but that there is no one else from the current group who seems likely to take on Barack Obama next year. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Riding a doom and gloom election cycle
3 October 2011
The Australian
Professor Geoffrey Garrett says both America and Europe's fiscal problems are made more difficult by those who gain politically from things getting worse instead of better. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Read article
Obama's presidency in jeopardy
20 September 2011
6:30 with George Negus (Network Ten)
Geoffrey Garrett speaks to George Negus on Channel Ten about Barack Obama's presidency. He says if the US unemployment situation does not improve, there will be nothing Obama can do to preserve his presidency. Geoffrey Garrett is a Professor of Political Science at the University of Sydney. Watch online
Obama visits Australia this year
13 September 2011
702 ABC Sydney Breakfast
Geoffrey Garrett talks about the announcement of the coming visit to Australia by Barack Obama, saying there may be a few reasons for the visit such as the ANZUS alliance celebration and the 9/11 memorial. Geoffrey Garrett is founding CEO of the United States Studies Centre and Professor of Political Science at the University of Sydney. Listen online
Cost of war on terror
12 September 2011
Radio 2GB Sydney
Geoffrey Garrett discusses the war on terror hindering the US economy. He adds that the global financial crisis could not have come at a worse time and the significance of health care as a major government spending problem. Geoffrey Garrett is founding CEO of the United States Studies Centre and Professor of Political Science at the University of Sydney. Listen online
The anniversary of 9/11 special
11 September 2011
Sky News
On the anniversary of September 11, Geoffrey Garrett talks about the war on terrorism in the past decade, the assassination of bin Laden and the economic changes which have taken place since that fateful day. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Watch online
Threat to the US on 9/11
9 September 2011
702 ABC Sydney Drive
Geoffrey Garrett comments on the threat to the US during the memorial remembrance day and the state of US politics today. Professor Geoffrey Garrett is founding CEO of the United States Studies Centre and Professor of Political Science at the University of Sydney. Listen online
Re-election campaign for Obama
9 September 2011
ABC News 24 The World
Geoffrey Garrett talks about US President Barack Obama's speech to Congress and says he trying to take the lead and address the US economy. Professor Geoffrey Garrett is founding CEO of the United States Studies Centre and Professor of Political Science at the University of Sydney. Watch online
Obama US Economy speech
9 September 2011
ABC TV News Breakfast
Geoffrey Garrett comments on US President Barack Obama's speech about unemployment and the US economy. He says Obama was speaking to the American people, and taking steps to boost his re-election campaign. Geoffrey Garrett is a Professor of Political Science at the United States Studies Centre. Watch online
Obama throws down electoral gauntlet with economic plan
9 September 2011
The Conversation
Geoffrey Garrett explains how today's announcement is likely to prompt further political manouevring and financial market instability. He says The Tea Party says no new spending: remember in the debt ceiling deal, they got (agreement for) a vote on a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution; that says that under no circumstances could the US ever run a deficit. Dr Geoffrey Garrett is founding CEO of the United States Studies Centre and Professor of Political Science at the University of Sydney. Read article
Obama's job plan
9 September 2011
Sky Business Market Day
Geoffrey Garrett discusses US President Barack Obama's speech to congress and its implications for the American and global economies. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Watch online
10th Anniversary 9/11 terrorist attacks
8 September 2011
ABC News 24
Professor Geoffrey Garrett talks about the anniversary of September 9/11. He says 2001 terrorist attacks diverted attention from domestic troubles. He adds, Barack Obama is in trouble as he is being attacked by the tea party. His popularity is at its all time low. Professor Geoffrey Garrett is founding CEO of the United States Studies Centre and Professor of Political Science at the University of Sydney. Watch Online
The 9/11 decade: Australian and American perspectives
8 September 2011
ABC Radio National Big Ideas
Geoffrey Garrett moderates a discussion with Secretary of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Dennis Richardson, and the current US Ambassador to Australia, Jeffrey Bleich. Geoffrey Garrett talks about the death of Osama Bin Laden, the war in Afghanistan and the legacy of the 9/11 decade. Listen Online
Winter of US discontent
7 September 2011
The Australian Literary Review
Geoffrey Garrett says, the most significant speeches from the 9/11 decade would be George W. Bush's address to the US Congress on September 20, 2001, saying: "Our war on terror begins with al-Qa'ida, but it does not end there", and Barack Obama's announcement on May 2 this year that "justice has been done" with the killing of Osama bin Laden. Geoffrey Garrett is founding CEO of the United States Studies Centre and Professor of Political Science at the University of Sydney. Read article
High school debaters tackle bin Laden issue at University Open Day
31 August 2011
Sharp-witted debaters from Penrith Selective High School went head to head with North Sydney Girls’ debating team to decide whether “the killing of Osama bin Laden has made the world a safer place”. The inaugural competition, Debate the Future of America, was organised by the United States Studies Centre as part of the University of Sydney’s Open Day at the weekend. Read more
September 11: Tenth Anniversary
31 August 2011
In the lead-up to the tenth anniversary of the tragic events of September 11 2001, the United States Studies Centre at the University of Sydney has the following experts available to provide commentary regarding the attacks, the subsequent decade and future ramifications: Read more
Why this love triangle works
13 August 2011
The Weekend Australian
Despite the gloomy economic outlook dominating much of the current media commentary, Professor Geoffrey Garrett argues Australia will continue to be the beneficiary of Chinese demand and American investment for the foreseeable future. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Global economic shakeout: China may win this round, but don’t write the US off yet
12 August 2011
The Conversation
Europe is on the decline. The US has its own problems. Meanwhile, China and India appear strong. But is it too soon pick the next global superpower? In this Q+A, Professor Geoffrey Garrett, CEO of the United States Studies Centre, explains how a complex picture could emerge from the global economic turmoil.
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Not a good time to be a sitting president
10 August 2011
ABC News Breakfast
In this interview with Michael Rowland, Professor Geoffrey Garrett says both the US and global economies are closer to a double-dip recession than they have been since 2008. Garrett adds that US President Barack Obama is vulnerable as the 2012 election looms because sitting presidents always cop the blame for bad economic times. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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China holdings in the US treasury market
9 August 2011
Sky News Business
Professor Geoffrey Garrett discusses with Kieren Kelly the US treasury market, noting that China has doubled their holdings in the US treasury since the global financial crisis in 2007. He adds China needs the American consumer to drive Chinese exports. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Watch online
Recession fears mount
9 August 2011
Lateline Business
Professor Geoffrey Garrett is interviewed about the US economic crisis. With federal interest rates at 0% he says there are few options left for policy makers. Watch online
Troubling times for America
8 August 2011
6:30 with George Negus on Channel Ten
Featuring in this report is Professor Geoffrey Garrett, who says the US Government still has access to relatively cheap borrowing rates but that its economy is on life support and no longer has the option of fiscal stimulus which was used during the global financial crisis. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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US adrift as Obama outflanked by tea party zealots
6 August 2011
The Australian
Professor Geoffrey Garrett says that although America's problems are different from Europe's, it is caught in a very dangerous political-economic cycle as evidenced most recently by how the debt ceiling crisis played out. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Obama, the economy and the unknown
5 August 2011
ABC News 24
Professor Geoffrey Garrett tells Joe O'Brien that US President Barack Obama made the mistake of letting the Republicans frame the debate about the debt ceiling on their terms. He also discusses the US economy and the fact that Obama is out of available cash to perform further stimulus measures but that the Federal Reserve could assist with another round of quantitative easing. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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US economy troubled
5 August 2011
Sky News Business
Featuring in this discussion is Professor Geoffrey Garrett who notes that America's debt situation is not dire and cites Europe as having far bigger problems. Garrett does note, however, that neither Barack Obama or congress have much ammunition to stimulate the US economy.
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US leaders reach debt deal
1 August 2011
Radio Australia Asia Pacific
Professor Geoffrey Garrett says the Tea Party Republicans have been successful in having most of their demands on the debt ceiling issue agreed to by congressional Democrats and US President Barack Obama. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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A political rather than financial crisis
30 July 2011
ABC News 24
In this interview with Jeremy Fernandez, Professor Geoffrey Garrett says the debt ceiling crisis has been essentially about politics, rather than there being any doubt about the US Government having the capacity to pay its debt obligations. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Watch Online
Deadline looms
28 July 2011
Australia Network Newsline
Featuring in this report about the US debt ceiling crisis and its potential implications for China is Professor Geoffrey Garrett, chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Debt divides nation
26 July 2011
ABC 702 Sydney
Following the speech today by Barack Obama, Professor Geoffrey Garrett discusses with Richard Glover how America's debt ceiling crisis has divided the nation. Listen online
Ideological battle in Washington
18 July 2011
Sky News Late Agenda
Professor Geoffrey Garrett tells Helen Dalley that the Republicans in congress are following the Ronald Reagan mantra of government being "the problem, not the solution" which explains their inflexibility over any increase in taxes as part of the answer that President Barack Obama has been pushing for. Professor Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Debt crisis
18 July 2011
Australia Network Business Today
Professor Geoffrey Garrett tells Whitney Fitzsimmons that the most likely outcome of current negotiations about the US debt will be a "political fix" where the debt ceiling is raised but the Republicans are able to say they opposed it. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Cold War talk is hot air
15 July 2011
The Age
Professor Geoffrey Garrett argues that the depth, breadth and intensity of economic ties between China and the United States are a profound source of global stability. Furthermore, he adds that Australia is and will continue to be a beneficiary of this economic interdependence. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Obama plots course for 2012
23 June 2011
Sky News
Professor Geoffrey Garrett says US President Barack Obama is plotting an effective course to re-election in his handling of the troop draw-down in Afghanistan and increasing his focus on the US economy. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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The Decade Ahead
19 June 2011
Big Ideas on ABC Radio National
If the 1990s were all about confidence and optimism and the 2000s anxiety and uncertainty, what can we expect for this decade? Will it be about the East taking primacy over the West? Will Google rule the world? Or will people ultimately yearn for a simpler, less complicated time? This panel session is from the US Studies Centre at the University of Sydney's National Summit on The 9/11 decade. Listen Online
2011 National Summit on the 9/11 decade: highlights
10 June 2011
ABC News Radio The Weekly Post
In this special edition of The Weekly Post, John Barron presents the highlights from the US Studies Centre 2011 National Summit on the 9/11 decade. John Barron is an ABC News Radio broadcaster and research associate at the US Studies Centre. Listen Online
A dialogue with Thomas Friedman on America and the world
8 June 2011
MEDIA RELEASE
Thomas Friedman is one of the world's most influential public intellectuals. He has long been an outspoken commentator on global affairs with a unique ability to focus on the social, economic and political trends that are shaping our world.
The United States Studies Centre and the Sydney Opera House are proud to offer Australians a rare opportunity to hear first hand Friedman's latest thinking on the forces driving global change and the challenges facing America. Read More
A hug and a tear
8 June 2011
The Australian
James Jeffrey discusses the dinner address given by Labor foreign minster Gareth Evans and former liberal defence minister Robert Hill at the US Studies Centre 2011 National Summit on the 9/11 decade.
Most think war on terrorism failing
3 June 2011
The Herald-Sun, Sydney Morning Herald, The Courier Mail
Featured in this article is Professor Geoffrey Garrett, who says that both Australians and Americans doubt that money has been well spent on the war against terror and do not think that the West is winning. These findings are revealed in The US Studies Centre 2011 survey, Americans and Australians Compared: Ten Years After 9/11. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Read Article
War on Terror Fatigue: US and Australian attitudes 10 years after 9/11
3 June 2011
Many Americans and Australians think the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq have not been worth the cost and are not helping to win the war on terrorism, according to new research by the United States Studies Centre at the University of Sydney. Almost a decade after the September 11 attacks, the US Studies Centre has conducted a major survey of Australian and American attitudes towards security and the war on terror. Read More
Israel, Palestine and the Arab Spring
20 May 2011
ABC News Radio
In this interview with John Barron, Professor Geoffrey Garrett discusses US President Barack Obama's address which included a new American policy towards the Israel/Palestine situation as well as an outline of the Obama approach to the "Arab Spring" sweeping the Middle East. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Obama says power to the people
20 May 2011
ABC News 24
In this interview Professor Geoffrey Garrett assesses US President Barack Obama's speech on the Middle East. Garrett says that Obama is advocating grass roots change in Arab countries following Tunisia and Egypt's lead rather than American military intervention as the way to a peaceful and prosperous Middle East. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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President speaks on way forward for Middle East
20 May 2011
774 ABC Radio Melbourne
In this interview Professor Geoffrey Garrett says Barack Obama was speaking as "Educator in Chief" when he outlined America's approach to the Middle East, including a history lesson on America's independence as a comparison with the current "Arab Spring" movements by people in a number of Arab states. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Listen Online
Big issues facing America and Australia
16 May 2011
702 ABC Sydney
In this panel featuring the US Studies Centre's Professor Geoffrey Garrett, some of the big issues facing governments in Australia and America are canvassed. They include fiscal policy, the future of the welfare state, population growth, as well as a discussion of the Middle East and in particular Pakistan. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Listen online
The deck is loaded in Obama's favour
14 May 2011
The Sydney Morning Herald
Professor Geoffrey Garrett says Osama Bin Laden's death signifies the end of the 9/11 decade, just four months short of the 10th anniversary of the terrorist attacks in the US. After 10 years of war with Islamist terrorism, Garrett argues, the next decade will likely be dominated by very different challenges for the US and the West: China's rise and rise, and the hangover from the global financial crisis. Professor Garrett is chief executive officer of the US Studies Centre.
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The politics of assassination
4 May 2011
ABC News 24
In this interview Professor Geoffrey Garrett talks through the political issues raised by the way in which Osama Bin Laden was killed, noting that it is not a simple issue that will go away overnight. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Osama to help Obama recover
2 May 2011
Market Day, Sky News
Professor Geoffrey Garrett says the post Osama boom for Obama may be short lived but will have long-term positive effects for the President, which may allow him to recover from his mid-term defeat. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Watch Online
Turning the page on the 9/11 decade
2 May 2011
Sky News Late Agenda
In this interview Professor Geoffrey Garrett discusses the future of President Obama's withdrawal plans for Afghanistan after the death of Osama Bin Laden. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Watch Online
US economy
29 April 2011
Australia Network Business Today
Professor Geoffrey Garrett talks about the American economy, arguing that the bigger picture is promising despite the talk of doom and gloom in the media. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Has Donald Trump played his cards too early?
29 April 2011
The Conversation
Professor Geoffrey Garrett answers the main questions surrounding Donald Trump's interest in unseating Barack Obama in 2012. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Read article
Rising China
28 April 2011
SBS World News Australia Radio
In this interview Professor Geoffrey Garrett says China's economic rise is good not only for China but also for the world, though most Americans are yet to be convinced of this. Garrett also outlines the issues surrounding a potential free trade agreement between Australia and China. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Warning on US debt triggers sharemarket falls
19 April 2011
ABC The World Today
The threat by major credit ratings agency Standard & Poors to downgrade the ability of the US government to borrow has caused sharemarkets to drop. Featuring in this story is Professor Geoffrey Garrett who says America is going to need to shortly raise its debt ceiling, but that this won't be a cataclysmic event. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Ideological differences over government spending and taxes
11 April 2011
Radio 2GB
Professor Geoffrey Garrett speaks to Ross Greenwood about the ongoing divide between Democrats and Republicans over the role of government, of which the near-shutdown over the 2011 budget is the latest expression. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Listen Online
Stoush over US budget continues
8 April 2011
ABC PM with Mark Colvin
In this story about the down to the wire dispute over the US federal budget, Professor Geoffrey Garrett says there is an enormous philosophical battle between Democrats and Republicans about the role of government in the US for the next decade and beyond. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Obama takes high road on budget
7 April 2011
702 ABC Sydney
Professor Geoffrey Garrett says Barack Obama is wise to be telling congress that they themselves need to fix the row that has erupted over the US budget. Also in this interview, Garrett explains some of the finer details of the budget process taking place in Washington. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Budget takes centre stage
7 April 2011
ABC News 24
In this interview Professor Geoffrey Garrett says there is no easy way forward for either the president or the Republicans in congress who are threatening to shut-down the government, repeating a scenario that played out in 1995 when Bill Clinton was in the White House. Garrett explains that on the one hand, Republicans say the excessive government spending must stop, but on the other President Obama says the fragile US economy, along with disadvantaged Americans, must take priority over all-else.
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Presidential campaign
5 April 2011
Australia Network Newsline
In this interview with Jim Middleton, Professor Geoffrey Garrett discusses the political realities facing Barack Obama as his campaign for re-election in 2012 officially begins. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Watch Online
Alleged September 11 conspirator to face military commission
5 April 2011
SBS World News Australia Radio
Khalid Shaikh Mohammed and four others accused of plotting the September 11 terrorist attacks will be tried in Guantanamo Bay, despite Barack Obama's 2009 promise of closing the facility within the year. In this interview Professor Geoffrey Garrett discusses how this decision and other factors such as the economy may influence Obama's 2012 re-election campaign. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Gillard faces wary strangers in China
2 April 2011
The Age
Featured in this article about the upcoming visit to China by Prime Minister Gillard is Professor Geoffrey Garrett, who says a central focus of the US-Australia alliance in the 21st-century will surely be the rise of China. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Questions about US playing 'supporting role' in Libya
1 April 2011
ABC News 24
Following President Barack Obama's declaration that America will no longer take the lead in Libya, Professor Geoffrey Garrett discusses the reality of US expenditure on military being greater than the rest of the globe combined, and what America's 'supporting role' in Libya might look like. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Geoffrey Garrett appointed as new Dean of University of Sydney Business School
31 March 2011
Current CEO of the US Studies Centre Professor Geoffrey Garrett has been appointed as the next Dean of the University of Sydney Business School. He will take up the Deanship on 1 April 2012 following the completion of his term as CEO of the US Studies Centre.
"Professor Garrett is a scholar of international renown and I am delighted he has accepted this position as the University of Sydney Business School enters a crucial stage in its development," said the University's Vice-Chancellor Dr Michael Spence. Read More
World's policeman turns in the badge
30 March 2011
The Age
Professor Geoffrey Garrett argues that Barack Obama's speech on America's role in Libya spelt out the "Obama doctrine" which says the US can no longer afford to go it alone with military interventions in far flung places where American national interests are not clear. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Obama signals new era for American foreign policy
29 March 2011
ABC News Radio
US President Barack Obama's public address concerning American involvement in the Libyan situation is a historic moment, says Professor Geoffrey Garrett. In particular, Garrett says the speech highlighted that the United States can no longer afford to act alone on international matters like the Libyan situation. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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With hand on heart, and heart in stomach, US takes on Libya
21 March 2011
The Sydney Morning Herald
Professor Geoffrey Garrett says putting US troops on the ground in Libya is out of the question for President Barack Obama, whom he says is following Bill Clinton's idealism-realpolitik balancing act when it comes to foreign policy. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre at the University of Sydney.
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International relations
14 March 2011
Australia Network Business Today
Following Prime Minister Julia Gillard's visit to Washington, Geoffrey Garrett examines both US-Australia and US-China relations in this interview with Whitney Fitzsimmons. In particular Garrett teases out the different angles that the White House, congress and America's business community each have on how the country should relate to China. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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US Studies Centre appoints top diplomat to Board
11 March 2011
The US Studies Centre is pleased to announce the appointment of Dennis Richardson AO, Secretary of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), to its Board of Directors. Announcing the appointment, US Studies Centre Board Chairman Malcolm Binks AO said Mr Richardson would bring invaluable expertise in Australia-US relations to the Centre. Read More
Reemergence of Asia and globalisation
11 March 2011
In this interview Professor Geoffrey Garrett discusses how the alliance between US and Australia will become more important to both nations in the coming years due to the challenges associated with the rise of Asia on the world stage coupled with the forces of globalisation. He also outlines the aim of the recently announced 21st Century Alliance project. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Watch Online
US alliance research project welcomed
10 March 2011
The US Studies Centre at the University of Sydney has welcomed Prime Minister Julia Gillard's support for a major research project to be led by the Centre into the Australia - United States Alliance. The Prime Minister announced her government's $2 million contribution for the 21st Century Alliance project at an American Australian Association dinner in New York. Read More
Gillard talks, congress listens
10 March 2011
ABC2 News Breakfast
After the standing ovation that Julia Gillard received from US congress, Geoffrey Garrett assesses the significance of the Prime Minister's address to the future of the US-Australia alliance, highlighting in particular the rise of the Asia-Pacific on America's foreign policy agenda. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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China challenge will bind us closer to Washington
10 March 2011
The Australian
Geoffrey Garrett says there is every reson to believe the US-Australia alliance will be at least as important to both countries in the next half century as it has in the past, with more issues on the table and more avenues for the two nations to collaborate in addressing them. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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New talking points for Gillard and Obama
8 March 2011
Radio Australia Asia Pacific
Geoffrey Garrett says in this interview that Australia and the United States continue to have close mutual interests in security matters but also in newer areas such as sustainability. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Listen Online
Close relations
8 March 2011
Newsline
Professor Geoffrey Garrett, head of the US Studies Centre, talks to Jim Middleton about the relationship between the US and Australia. Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard is currently in Washington for talks with US President Barack Obama. Watch Online
US economy under the microscope
8 March 2011
Lateline Business
As Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard continues with high-level meetings in Washington, Geoffrey Garrett discusses the economic aspects of the trip as well as pressing issues facing America that include oil reserves, currency problems and unemployment. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Gillard goes to Washington
7 March 2011
PM with Mark Colvin (ABC radio)
Geoffrey Garrett says that while a celebration of the US-Australia alliance will be the focus of the public aspect of Prime Minister Gillard's visit to Washington, discussions behind closed doors about future challenges such as engagement with China will be of greater importance. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Barack Obama's 'Sputnik moment' signals strategic shift to Asia
29 January 2011
The Weekend Australian
The importance of China to both the United States and Australia was the focus of much discussion at a "G'day Australia" conference. Featured in this report are the US Studies Centre's chief executive Geoffrey Garrett and Chair in US Media James Fallows. Read article
Hu Jintao admits China could improve human rights record
20 January 2011
SBS News
Professor Geoffrey Garrett is an expert on US-China relations. In this interview he discusses the Chinese president's visit to the US and the major issues that are "on the table". Watch Online
High level talks between the Chinese and American Presidents
20 January 2011
SBS World News Australia Radio
The importance of a stable relationship between the US and China is too important for either side to publicly discredit the other in any way during President Hu Jintao's visit to Washington DC, says Professor Geoffrey Garrett in this interview. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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US-China talks as important as ever
20 January 2011
ABC News Radio
The talks between US President Barack Obama and China's President Hu Jintao are an opportunity to release some of the pressure over the tensions between the two powers, says Professor Geoffrey Garrett in this interview. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Hu Jintao to visit America
19 January 2011
ABC News 24
Professor Geoffrey Garrett discusses the issues that US President Obama and Chinese President Hu Jintao will be talking about in Washington, DC. Watch Online
High stakes during Hu Jintao's US visit
19 January 2011
Radio Australia Connect Asia
A long list of differences is on the table in Washington where China's President Hu Jintao has arrived on a visit some have billed as the most important since Deng Xiaoping's historic trip 30 years ago. Featured in this report is Professor Geoffrey Garrett who says the management of tensions is a key motivator for both parties because the stakes of the US-China relationship are high on both sides. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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President visits President at the White House
18 January 2011
Radio Australia News (online)
As Chinese President Hu Jintao meets with Barack Obama at the White House, Geoffrey Garrett contends both parties will look to further stabilise relations between the two countries despite their recent differences over currency and arms sales. Professor Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Obama's latest victory
23 December 2010
Radio National Breakfast
The tax-cut deal President Obama has made with Congress demonstrates how relations between the president and the Republicans may be different over the coming two years, says Professor Geoffrey Garrett in this interview with Julian Morrow. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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NSW Government announces $2.5 million funding boost for US Studies Centre
20 December 2010
NSW Treasurer and Minister for State and Regional Development Eric Roozendaal today announced a $2.5 million funding boost for the United States Studies Centre.
The NSW Government will invest in developing new initiatives at the University of Sydney-based centre, which is the pre-eminent institution in Australia for the study of the United States.
The funding agreement runs from 2011 to 2015. The US Studies Centre at the University of Sydney was co-founded with the American Australian Association in 2006 and is supported by the NSW and Commonwealth governments. Read More
Rudd's Chinese whispers will have been heard loud and clear
7 December 2010
The Sydney Morning Herald
The latest Wikileaks controversy confirms widely held suspicions of just how clear and pragmatic governments are about their national interests, using words they would never utter nor admit to in public, says Geoffrey Garrett. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre at the University of Sydney.
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One year after Copenhagen the focus of climate talks has changed
29 November 2010
Sydney Morning Herald
The global story is increasingly about the interaction between concerns about energy security and the parlous state of most western economies, rather than climate change, argues Geoffrey Garrett. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre at the University of Sydney.
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Guantanamo detainee tried in civilian US court
18 November 2010
SBS World News Australia
Following all but one of the 284 charges against terror suspect Ahmed Ghailani being judged inadmissible by a jury in New York, the headaches continue for the Obama administration as it tries to resolve the legal issues surrounding the War On Terror and Guantanamo Bay inmates. Featured in this report is chief executive of the US Studies Centre, Professor Geoffrey Garrett.
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Asian nations cautious on closer bonds
9 November 2010
The Australian
Diplomats from Asian nations were reluctant to comment as Australia and the US discussed closer cooperation on defence and security. However Professor Geoffrey Garrett says greater engagement by both nations will be welcomed in the region.
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AUSMIN analysis
8 November 2010
Sky News Late Agenda
What are the implications of the Australia-United States Ministerial Talks (AUSMIN) regarding closer collaboration between the two countries on defence matters? Professor Geoffrey Garrett talks about this and the prospects for the remainder of President Obama's first term with Helen Dalley.
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AUSMIN meeting to make a mark
8 November 2010
ABC The World Today
Geoffrey Garrett discusses the significance of today's meeting of the American and Australian defence and foreign ministers, and whether it's the most important in 25 years. Garrett says the fact that both the US secretary of state and the president are in the Asia-Pacific region this week shows just how much weight the Obama administration is putting on it. Listen Online
US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton visits Australia
7 November 2010
ABC News 24
Hillary Clinton's trip to Australia and Barack Obama's trip to India demonstrate that America considers relations with Asian countries to be of high importance. In this interview, CEO of the US Studies Centre Geoffrey Garrett talks about the topics for discussion between high level officials during Clinton's visit to Australia. Watch Online
US balance of power shifts
5 November 2010
Sky News On the Record
With next week's G20 summit in South Korea set to tackle global economic imbalances and currency tensions, what impact will the shift in the US balance of power in the wake of the Republicans winning big in the midterms elections prove? Geoffrey Garrett discusses the policies and attitudinal changes Obama will need to adopt to give himself a running chance of a second term in office. Watch Online
Political impact
4 November 2010
Australia Network Business Today
Geoffrey Garrett gives an appraisal of how the political changes on Capitol Hill will affect America's troubled economy, as well as a discussion of the Federal Reserve's $600bn quantitative easing strategy. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Midterm implications for Obama
3 November 2010
Sky National News
On the day that the Democratic Party lost its majority in the US House of Representatives, Professor Geoffrey Garrett discusses the implications for the Obama presidency, noting that the big "if" for the President is whether the unemployment situation will improve by enough to give him a fighting chance of re-election in 2012.
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Republicans capture House
3 November 2010
Australia Network Newsline
The Republicans have seized the majority in the US House of representatives and won a number of key Senate seats. Jim Middleton speaks to Professor Geoffrey Garrett of the University of Sydney's US Studies Centre. Watch Online
Obama to meet Republicans halfway on the economy
3 November 2010
ABC TV Midday Report
In this interview Professor Geoffrey Garrett says President Obama will need to comply with at least some of the Republicans' economic policies, such as extending the Bush era tax cuts and getting serious about spending cuts. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Watch Online
US Democrats brace for big losses in midterm polls
3 November 2010
ABC Radio Australia's Connect Asia
US President Barack Obama can make a strategic gain from the congressional elections by reestablishing himself as leader of the country defending the national interest against a hostile Congress, according to Professor Geoffrey Garrett. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Midterm slap a chance for renewal
3 November 2010
Australian Literary Review
In this authoritative essay, Professor Geoffrey Garrett cuts through the fog of political war to reveal a President with a substantial record of achievement who just may manage to reinvent himself after an anticipated midterm hammering. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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The drive behind anti-Obama sentiment
2 November 2010
SBS World News Australia
Much has been said about the expected heavy losses for the Democratic Party, but in this interview Professor Geoffrey Garrett drills down to explain what is fuelling the anti-Obama clamour, including a comparison to President Bill Clinton's predicament in the mid-1990s. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Midterm referendum on Obama
1 November 2010
ABC News 24
Professor Geoffrey Garrett predicts a 7-8% swing against the Democrats in the midterm elections. Garrett discusses the major issues concerning voters and how Democrat losses in the Congress will impact on the presidency of Barack Obama. Watch Online
Yes we can, but...
1 November 2010
ABC 702
Geoffrey Garrett, Malcolm Turnbull and Hugh McKay discuss how the big losses in the midterm elections that are expected by Democrats in the Congress will affect the presidency of Barack Obama in the final two years or his first term. Listen Online
Can the Democrats hold on to their majority in the Senate?
1 November 2010
3AW Drive with Derryn Hinch
Geoffrey Garrett discusses the big issues concerning Americans ahead of the US midterm elections. Listen Online
Bob Carr and Greg Sheridan meet 'US in the World' students
1 November 2010
The Hon. Bob Carr, former Premier of New South Wales and Greg Sheridan, Foreign Editor for The Australian, were guest lecturers in Professor Geoffrey Garrett's 'US in the World' class at the University of Sydney last week. In a wide-ranging discussion they gave students their respective views on how America is placed on matters of economics, politics and national security. Watch Online
Obama cops criticism from all sides
30 October 2010
ABC News 24
In the final couple of days before America votes in the congressional elections, President Obama is facing criticism not only from Republicans but also a number of Democratic Party candidates. In this interview, US Studies Centre chief executive Geoffrey Garrett says the President is taking the blame for America's economic woes.
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Obama's hope lies in emulating Comeback Kid
30 October 2010
The Sydney Morning Herald
Geoffrey Garrett writes that the Democrats will take a bath at the polls next week. But like the self-styled ''comeback kid'' Bill Clinton, Barack Obama may well bounce back to stay in the top job for another six years. Read Article
Parity fanfare masks China-US tension
21 October 2010
The Australian
Geoffrey Garrett says the time is now for a reset in China-US relations in which the story moves from trade and currency to investment between the two countries. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Read article
The real 'White Paper'
15 October 2010
The Spectator Australia
In contrast to Professor Hugh White's recent paper arguing that Australia must radically change its foreign policy towards China and America, Professor Geoffrey Garrett counters that by saying Australia should instead continue to follow the US’s lead of engaging China economically and not hide from its real differences. Read article
Obama setback
22 September 2010
SBS World News Australia
The US Senate has blocked a bid to lift a ban on gays serving openly in the military, making it the latest piece of legislation the Republicans have successfully stifled. In this story US Studies Centre chief executive Geoffrey Garrett says it is misleading for President Obama's opponents to claim that he "can't do much" in light of legislative successes such as health care and financial services reform.
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A new Pacific triangle looms
18 September 2010
The Weekend Australian
Geoffrey Garrett says Australia doesn't need to choose between China and the US because Washington doesn't view its relations with Beijing as a zero sum game. Rather than a fundamental foreign policy rethink, the new Australian government should roll up its sleeves to work with the US on a shared strategy for making the most of the Asia-Pacific century. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Read article
Tea party victory
16 September 2010
Australia Network Newsline
In many states of the US, Republican incumbents have been toppled by representatives from the conservative Tea Party movement. Jim Middleton speaks to Professor Geoffrey Garrett from the United States Studies Centre. Watch Online
US Studies Centre partners with Stanford University on water management
16 September 2010
The US Studies Centre at the University of Sydney announced today it has entered a three-year agreement with the Woods Institute for the Environment and the Bill Lane Center for the American West at Stanford University in California on the management of water systems in Australia and the United States. Read More
9/11 nine years on
10 September 2010
ABC News Radio
This year the anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks has been made particularly prominent because of controversy surrounding the "Ground Zero Mosque" and the threat of burning Korans in Florida. Geoffrey Garrett discusses to what extent America has moved on from the events of September 2001 and notes that President Obama's popularity has been damaged by the recent controversy. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Listen Online
End of US combat forces in Iraq
1 September 2010
ABC 24
In this interview, professor Geoffrey Garrett provides commentary on President Obama's Oval Office speech marking the end of combat troop deployment in Iraq. Garrett notes that there was none of the Bush triumphalism in what was a sober speech from a leader in the midst of significant economic and military challenges. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Watch Online
Analysis of Obama's Oval Office speech
1 September 2010
ABC News Radio
In only his second speech from the Oval Office in the White House, President Barack Obama announced the end of US combat forces in Iraq. In this interview professor Geoffrey Garrett provides an analysis of the speech. Geoffrey Garrett is the CEO of the US Studies Centre. Listen Online
Peter Beinart meets 'US in the World' students
30 August 2010
Associate Professor of Journalism and Political Science at the City University of New York Peter Beinart was guest lecturer for Professor Geoffrey Garrett's 'US in the World' class at the University of Sydney last week. Speaking to 200 undergraduates, the senior political writer for The Daily Beast discussed issues including the US mid term elections, the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, and the debate about the Ground Zero mosque. Watch Online
Foreign policy questions
26 August 2010
Australia Network Business Today
In this interview Geoffrey Garrett from the US Studies Centre discusses the lack of focus on foreign policy and trade during the Australian election campaign. A key focus of the discussion are the respective importance of the United States and China to Australia's economic future.
US Ambassador speaks to University of Sydney undergraduates
23 August 2010
US Ambassador to Australia Jeffrey Bleich spoke to 200 undergraduates at the University of Sydney last week. As a guest at Professor Geoffrey Garrett's US in the World class, Bleich discussed a range of issues including the Obama presidency, America's foreign debt, and the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Watch video
Emotive issue on both sides of the Pacific
20 August 2010
The Australian
Illegal immigration is a big issue in Australia and the US this election season. However it is playing out quite differently on the two sides of the Pacific, say Geoffrey Garrett and Simon Jackman. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre and Simon Jackman is a professor of political science at Stanford University. Read article
Immigration in the US and Australia: some similarities, some differences
19 August 2010
Sky News Australia
US Studies Centre chief executive Geoffrey Garrett discusses the finer details of how Australians and Americans respectively feel about immigration levels, border protection and how their governments are handling these issues. Watch Online
New study compares US, Australian attitudes to migrants
19 August 2010
Radio Australia Pacific Beat
The United States Study Centre in conjunction with Stanford University conducted a survey both here and in the US about attitudes towards illegal immigrants. It found Australians are more concerned about taking too many immigrants despite the fact there is on average about 3,000 asylum seekers each year, whereas in America there are 11 million illegal immigrants. In this interview the US Studies Centre's CEO professor Geoffrey Garrett discusses why Australians may feel like this. Listen Online
Immigration as a big issue in America and Australia
19 August 2010
ABC2 News Breakfast
Geoffrey Garrett discusses the significance of asylum seekers and border protection in Australia and America after a recent survey conducted by the US Studies Centre and Stanford University. Watch Online
Australians out-worry Americans on illegal immigration: A comparative survey
19 August 2010
An election-campaign survey commissioned by the United States Studies Centre at the University of Sydney in conjunction with Stanford University has found that Australians are more concerned about illegal immigration than those in the United States.
The survey released today canvassed the attitudes of Australians and Americans towards illegal immigrants, immigration generally, and the strengths and weaknesses of the respective party policies. It was carried out by US-based polling firm YouGov/Polimetrix , with Australian polling occurring during the first week of the current federal election campaign between July 14 and 22, and American polling done in February 2010. Read More
How does compulsory voting affect the election equation?
17 August 2010
ABC News 24
How differently do parties campaign under compulsory and voluntary voting systems? Geoffrey Garrett, Chief Executive of the US Studies Centre considers this question by comparing the United States with Australia. Watch Online
Obama jumps to the left, Gillard steps to the right
24 July 2010
Sydney Morning Herald
Geoffrey Garrett says in the run-up to elections in both countries this year, Julia Gillard and Barack Obama are each taking stances at odds with their own parties' traditional positions. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre at the University of Sydney. Read article
US future uncertain ahead of interest rate meeting
22 July 2010
ABC Lateline Business
US Studies Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett comments on the news that US Federal Reserve chief Ben Bernanke has told Congress the future is 'unusually uncertain', adding to global tensions. Read Transcript or Watch Online
Tuning discordant voices: a challenge for US, EU in Canada
28 June 2010
Xinhua News Global Edition
As the United States and European Union bring different proposals to the decisive G20 summit in Toronto, how to tune their discordant voices becomes a challenge, not only for the two, but also for the global economy. Featured in this report is analysis by Professor Geoffrey Garrett, chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Obama handles oil spill like financial crisis
17 June 2010
Sky News
The approach of blaming the greedy capitalists and lax legislation of previous White House administrations was an approach that US President Barack Obama used in response to the global financial crisis, and now he is using it again with the BP oil spill, says Professor Geoffrey Garrett. The US Studies Centre chief executive also says that the spill is appropriately being compared with other major US crises of the past decade, something that the President himself indicated by addressing the American people for the first time from the Oval Office this week. Watch Online
Leadership lends the dazzle to US dollar
27 May 2010
The Sydney Morning Herald
Geoffrey Garrett says the flight back to the US dollar as the preferred port in the latest global storm is recognition that, warts and all, the US is still the world's leading economy and will be so for the foreseeable future. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Read article
Desperate Democrats must back a winner
30 April 2010
Sydney Morning Herald
Professor Geoffrey Garrett says this year the name of the game is at least as much about good politics as it is about good policy, with the twin goals of staunching the inevitable Democrat bleeding in November and creating a platform for Obama's re-election in 2012. Geoffrey Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Read article
Republicans block US reform laws
27 April 2010
ABC Lateline Business
US Studies Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett says that the investigation of Goldman Sachs by the Securities Exchange Commission could not have come at a better time for the Obama administration as it attempts to pass financial services reform legislation through Congress. Watch Online
The bigger story for Obama
28 March 2010
Sky Sunday Agenda
US Studies Centre CEO Professor Geoffrey Garrett says that November's congressional elections will be fought over the topic of America's economic situation which means that debate over solutions to unemployment will probably take priority over healthcare reform bickering. Also discussed in this interview are US-Australia relations and the US-Russia nuclear arms agreement. Watch Online
Electricity price hike
26 March 2010
Stateline (ABC1)
At a time when neither the US or Australia have been able to introduce a cap and trade market mechanism to put a price on carbon, this story looks at the expected electricity price increases in New South Wales and the wider global context of the situation. US Studies Centre CEO Professor Geoffrey Garrett is interviewed as part of the report, arguing that the cap and trade model is "at best on life support" in America because of its perceived cost to jobs and government expenditure. Watch Online
Chinese currency tensions test Obama
24 March 2010
CNBC
This interview with Professor Geoffrey Garrett focuses on currency issues between Beijing and Washington DC. The CEO of the US Studies Centre says that congress may try to pressure President Obama into labelling China as a "currency manipulator", which is a step that the White House is reluctant to take. Watch Online
Let the partisan spinning begin
24 March 2010
The Australian
The spin wars over Barack Obama's healthcare victory are going to be fierce. The US Studies Centre's Professor Geoffrey Garrett surveys the political climate in America, including what issues are going to take centre stage in the coming months. Read article
US campuses chase foreign students
24 March 2010
The Australian - Higher Education
Scores of cash-strapped US state universities are preparing to open their doors to foreign undergraduates, posing a serious challenge for Australian universities, US Studies Centre chief executive Geoffrey Garrett has warned. Read article
Asia Pacific free trade advocates optimism after US commitment
23 March 2010
Radio Australia
Advocates of a free trade area in the Pacific rim, the Trans-Pacific Partnership are optimistic that a strong commitment from the United States has given it a big push forward. The partnership or TPP shows President Barack Obama is proactive on free trade, although it plays to fears in Australia that the US might abandon the troubled Doha round of free trade talks. Geoffrey Garrett comments in this report. Listen Online
Australian miners watchful of Hu case
23 March 2010
Lateline Business (ABC1)
Rio Tinto's recent experience in China is a wake-up call for all companies looking to do business with the emerging superpower. Professor Geoffrey Garrett, CEO of the US Studies Centre is interviewed about this issue. Watch Online or Read Transcript
Obama's victory
22 March 2010
SBS Radio
Geoffrey Garrett talks about the passage of health-reform legislation in the United States. Listen Online
Hard-won victory
22 March 2010
Australia Network Newsline
After intense lobbying, President Obama has pushed healthcare legislation through the House of Representatives. Jim Middleton speaks to Professor Geoffrey Garrett from the US Studies Centre. Watch Online
Healthcare reform success for President
22 March 2010
Sky News
In this news item US Studies Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett provides his expert analysis of what the successful passing of healthcare reform means for the Obama presidency as well as what will now be up and coming on his legislative agenda. Watch Online
Australia's Afghan strategy under the spotlight
22 March 2010
Radio Australia
Australian Defence Minister John Faulkner has defended Australia's contribution to the war in Afghanistan. In this report Geoffrey Garrett says that Australia's reluctance to commit more troops would not threaten the strong alliance between Australia and the US. Listen Online
War of words over China's currency stance
21 March 2010
Asia Pacific Focus (ABC1)
This report examines the contentious decision by China to peg its currency to protect its export industries and what impact this is having on US-China relations. The report includes the expert opinion of the US Studies Centre's Professor Geoffrey Garrett. Watch Online
Obama visit plans on hold as president stays home
20 March 2010
The Sydney Morning Herald
Officially, the federal government understands and is ''relaxed'' about being bumped by Barack Obama, but parliamentarians and staff who had scrambled to book flights and beds are disappointed they will now have to wait three months to see the US President. In this article the US Studies Centre's Professor Geoffrey Garrett is asked for his perspective on the president's postponement. Read article
Obama cancels March trip downunder
19 March 2010
Seven News
This newspiece reports the White House's announcement that President Obama won't make it to Australia and Indonesia until June. The US Studies Centre's Professor Geoffrey Garrett provides insight into the significance of the delay. Watch Online
Obama postponement is no snub: academic
19 March 2010
Australian Associated Press
This report features Professor Geoffrey Garrett, Chief Executive Officer of the US Studies Centre, who says that Australia and the US remain "rock-solid" allies and the postponement of President Barack Obama's trip should not be interpreted as a snub. Read article
China, US to rebalance economic relationship: expert
19 March 2010
Xinhua News Global Edition
The US-China relationship is so important that it will continue on a bilateral basis rather than involving Australia or other countries, Professor Geoffrey Garrett, Chief Executive of the US Studies Centre at Sydney University said on Friday. Read article
Australia appoints new senior position to NATO
19 March 2010
Radio Australia Asia Pacific
Australia has appointed a new senior military position to NATO and will send an adviser to the Afghan Defence minister, as the Rudd government defends it contribution to the war in Afghanistan. Professor Geoffrey Garrett, Chief Executive Officer of the US Studies Centre discusses US-Australia relations in the context of the war in Afghanistan. Listen Online
Obama's visit to Australia postponed: Garrett briefs media
19 March 2010
The US Studies Centre's Geoffrey Garrett briefs the Foreign Correspondents' Association and Australian media following the announcement that Obama's visit to Australia and Indonesia has been postponed. Listen, Watch or Read Transcript
Asia Pacific relations still priority for Obama
19 March 2010
ABC The World Today
Geoffrey Garrett is confident President Obama's rescheduled visit in June will go ahead because of the high value he places on US relations with the Asia Pacific. Listen Online
Health plans
19 March 2010
Australia Network Business Today
Geoffrey Garrett discusses the sticking points in Barack Obama's healthcare plan which has resulted in a delay to his Asia Pacific trip. Watch Online
Obama postpones Australia-Indonesia visit
19 March 2010
ABC Midday Report
What are the implications of Obama's decision to postpone his visit to Australia and Indonesia? Geoffrey Garrett says it is not a snub by Obama because health care reform must be his priority. Garrett says that Obama will certainly visit Indonesia soon because it is the most important country that America knows little about and developing US-Indonesian relations is a high priority. Watch Online
Currency contention
15 March 2010
Australian Network Newsline
At the National People's Congress, Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao warned that the world could slip back into recession but he has rejected criticisms that China's currency was undervalued. In this report Geoffrey Garrett comments on the effect an undervalued Chinese currency has on job creation in the US. Watch Online
US Studies Centre welcomes Olsen appointment
1 March 2010
The chief executive of the US Studies Centre at the University of Sydney, Professor Geoffrey Garrett has welcomed the appointment of John Olsen AO as Deputy Chairman and CEO of the American Australian Association in Sydney. Read more
World‐renowned investigative journalist Mark Danner to speak at the University of Sydney
18 February 2010
One of the world’s most distinguished investigative journalists and war reporters, Mark Danner, will appear in conversation with US Studies Centre chief executive Professor Geoffrey Garrett at the University of Sydney on Thursday 25 February. Read More
Harnessing existing science in new ways
16 February 2010
Charles Sturt National Radio News
In this news item US Studies Centre chief executive Professor Geoffrey Garrett explains how the the Dow Sustainability Program launched at the Centre last week will seek to develop action based solutions to specific sustainability issues. Listen Online
US Studies Centre announces Dow Sustainability Program
15 February 2010
The US Studies Centre is pleased to announce the launch of a three‐year research program on sustainability made possible by US$2,000,000 in support from The Dow Chemical Company Foundation in the United States. Read Media Release
US decision to sell arms to Taiwan strains relations with China
4 February 2010
ABC2 Breakfast
Relations between China and the United States are becoming increasingly strained. China is unhappy that the US is selling arms to Taiwan and that Barack Obama is planning to meet the Dalai Lama. Geoffrey Garrett, an expert on US-China relations, provides analysis of the issues in this interview. Watch Online
'Rock star welcome' for Obama
3 February 2010
The Canberra Times
Geoffrey Garrett says, in this report by Ross Peake, that it is good news for Kevin Rudd that Barack Obama is visiting Australia for bilateral talks. Read Article
Coming down under
2 February 2010
SBS World News
President Barack Obama has announced his first official visit to Australia will be in March. On the agenda for talks with Australian Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, will be the global economic recovery, clean energy, climate change and Afghanistan. Watch Online
Populism won't be Obama's panacea
30 January 2010
The Weekend Australian
The President has to stand aloof from Washington to win back voters, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
State of the Union may boost Obama's standing
28 January 2010
ABC PM
Geoffrey Garrett says there are no real surprises in the agenda set out by Barack Obama in his State of the Union address. Listen Online
Obama promises jobs growth
28 January 2010
CNBC
As the US economy flounders and unemployment rises, Barack Obama has sought to reassure mainstream America in his first State of the Union address. Expert analysis by Geoffrey Garrett and Arjuna Mahendran. Watch Online
Domestic issues the focus of Obama's State of the Union address
28 January 2010
Sky News
Geoffrey Garrett says that Barack Obama will concentrate on domestic issues, particularly unemployment, in 2010. Watch Online
Obama plays to main street in crucial address
28 January 2010
ABC Online
Geoffrey Garrett is quoted in this article on Obama's State of the Union speech. He says the President has realised that most Americans are more concerned with their livelihoods than anything else. Read Article
Obama saves skin at banks’ expense
28 January 2010
The Australian Financial Review
Ahead of Barack Obama’s State of the Union address, Brad Hatch spoke to the chief executive of the US Studies Centre, Geoffrey Garrett, about what tipped the US President’s plan to crack down on investment banks, and the political backlash brewing. Read Article
Obama's first State of the Union address
27 January 2010
ABCTV2 Breakfast
Tonight President Barack Obama will deliver his first State of the Union address. In this interview Geoffrey Garrett discusses Obama's major achivements during his first year in office and outlines his priorities for 2010. Watch Online
Obama set for lurch to populist left
22 January 2010
The Australian
Despite all his postpartisan rhetoric, Obama is turning into a traditional left-liberal president, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
Garrett says Democrats' loss of Ted Kennedy's seat a blow to Obama
21 January 2010
ABC AM
Geoffrey Garrett speaks with Eleanor Hall about the implications of the Massachusetts election loss for the Obama administration. Listen Online
Democrats stunned by election loss
20 January 2010
ABC NewsRadio
In a shock to many, Republican Scott Brown has won the Senate seat which was held by the late Ted Kennedy. In this interview Geoffrey Garrett is asked why support for the Democrats has declined so rapidly. Listen Online
A troubled year for President Obama
20 January 2010
SBS World News
In this report on the anniversary of Barack Obama's inauguration, Geoffrey Garrett says that Obama will need to focus on job creation if he is to improve his rapidly declining popularity.
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Election loss in Massachusetts devastating for Democrats
20 January 2010
Sky News
Geoffrey Garrett is interviewed about the dramatic shift in the American political landscape signalled by the loss of the Senate seat formerly held by Democrat hero Edward Kennedy. Watch Online
Senate loss endangers Obama reforms
20 January 2010
SBS Online
Geoffrey Garrett says the victory of Republican Scott Brown in Massachusetts leaves Obama's health care overhaul in doubt.
Shadows of past loom for Obama
17 January 2010
Sun Herald
One year on, the US president is fighting for his political life, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
US economic outlook
13 January 2010
Australia Network Business Today
Geoffrey Garrett speaks about the outlook for the United States economy and what impact it will have on the region. Watch Online
US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to visit Australia and Pacific
8 January 2010
Radio Australia
Terrorism, counter-terrorism, and the war in Afghanistan will be on the agenda for talks in Australia between the US and Australian foreign and defence ministers. But broader questions about Asia's shape and security also loom, says Geoffrey Garrett. Read Transcript
No easy decisions for Obama in 2009
1 January 2010
ABCTV2 Breakfast
On the first day of 2010, Geoffrey Garrett reviews the major issues concerning President Obama in 2009 including the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, threats in Pakistan and Iran, the shutdown of Guantanamo, climate change, healthcare reform and the global financial crisis. Watch Online
Private sector can trump politics on climate change
18 December 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald
As the obstacles remain formidable to a legally binding and effective international climate change deal, Geoffrey Garrett suggests promoting private sector innovation through government investment rather than focusing myopically on the arcane and politically charged world of emissions trading regulations. Read Article
The future of the China-US relationship
22 November 2009
ABC Radio
James O'Laughlin interviews Professor Geoffrey Garrett about the unique relationship between the United States and China. Listen Online
In this climate Australians lead, Americans lag behind
21 November 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald
Why is Australia leading and America lagging on climate change? Because Australians have decided it is time to do something about emissions. Americans aren't there yet. Geoffrey Garrett and Simon Jackman write about the latest opinion survey conducted by the US Studies Centre, "Australians, Americans and Climate Change". Read Article
Asian tour
19 November 2009
Australia Network Business Today
Simon Palan speaks to Professor Geoffrey Garrett about the success of US President Barack Obama's visit to Asia. Watch Online
US, China move closer to agreement
18 November 2009
ABC The World Today
Geoffrey Garrett discusses comments by President Barack Obama that the US and China are seeking a global deal on climate change at the Copenhagen Summit that would have "immediate effect", suggesting the world's two biggest greenhouse polluters have come to some agreement. Listen Online
US Studies Centre hosts luncheon for Rupert Murdoch
12 November 2009
Rupert Murdoch, Chairman and CEO of News Corporation, discussed a range of global issues ranging from the global economic crisis to US-China relations and the future of the media with a group of Australian leaders from politics, business, academia and the media at a luncheon on 3 November in Sydney co-hosted by the US Studies Centre and Goldman Sachs JB Were. Read More
Garrett addresses Beijing Forum on post-GFC China-US relations
6 November 2009
US Studies Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett addressed the sixth Beijing Forum that was held in the Chinese capital 6-8 November 2009. The Forum, a collaboration between Peking University and the Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies, brought together scholars from the Asia Pacific and around the world to assess the impact of the global financial crisis on relations between countries and peoples. Keynote addresses were delivered by Nobel laureate for economics Kenneth Arrow and President of the American Political Science Association Peter Katzenstein. Prof Garrett participated in the stream of the Beijing Forum on International Impacts and Responses along with political scientists and economists from Britain, China, Japan, Korea, Russia and the United States.
Finally Obama can tackle his own agenda
3 November 2009
The Australian
After the mess he inherited, new fights lie ahead for the US President, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
Hawke and Howard visit US Studies Centre
2 November 2009
Former Prime Ministers Bob Hawke and John Howard visited the US Studies Centre on 24 September 2009 to participate in the Centre's inaugural Council of Advisors meeting. They were joined at the meeting by Council Co-Chair Mark Johnson who is also Chairman of Macquarie Infrastructure Group, CEO of Citigroup Australia Stephen Roberts, University of Sydney Vice Chancellor Michael Spence, former Australian parliamentarian Michael Baume, Chairman of the US Studies Centre Malcolm Binks and Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett. Read More
The challenge of Chimerica
31 October 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald
For more than a decade both the US and China have focused on economic win-wins, managing down their lurking geopolitical rivalries and keeping a lid on potentially incendiary political disagreements and military tensions. Their presidents, Hu Jintao and Barack Obama, have already signalled their strong intentions to keep on this path. The problem for both, and for the world, is that after the global financial crisis it will be become increasingly difficult to do so, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
US climate debate goes nuclear and Australia needs to listen
19 October 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald
Serious discussions on American climate-change legislation will probably begin this year, but not be concluded until well after Copenhagen. And the US approach is likely to be more pro-nuclear and pro-green protectionism than Australia would prefer. Geoffrey Garrett says that an understanding of these realities should inform the emissions trading debate in Australia. Read Article
Rise of dollar savages exports
17 October 2009
The Weekend Australian
THE Australian dollar's astronomical run is threatening to put a brake on the economic recovery, with exporters fearful they will be put out of business if it rises much further. Sara Rich quotes Geoffrey Garrett in this article. Read Article
Controversy as Obama is awarded the Nobel Peace Prize
12 October 2009
ABC2 Breakfast
Geoffrey Garrett is asked why Barack Obama was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize so early in his term as US President. Watch Online
Where the dollar's wild ride will stop
12 October 2009
The Australian
We must ensure the Australian dollar does not impede recovery, says Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
Floating dollar kept economy buoyant
5 October 2009
ABC Unleashed
It is well accepted that sound financial regulation and macroeconomic policies over the past decade have insulated Australia from the worst of the GFC. Geoffrey Garrett says that's only part of the story. Read Article
Obama's attention turns to Afghanistan
4 October 2009
Sky Sunday Agenda
This week US President Obama began the process of deciding the future strategy in the Afghan war. Geoffrey Garrett says that Obama faces a double quagmire dealing with both strategy on the ground in Afghanistan and politics at home. Watch Online
Afghanistan starting to look like Obama's Vietnam
30 September 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald
Amid all the heady global diplomacy at the United Nations and the G20 last week, one issue was conspicuous by its absence - Afghanistan. The reason is clear. Afghanistan is now Barack Obama's war, a war other world leaders want to distance themselves from, and a war over which Obama is paralysed, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
Nuclear summit
24 September 2009
Australia Network Newshour
US President Barack Obama is attempting to reinvigorate the nuclear non-proliferation treaty and convince India, Pakistan and Israel amongst others to abandon their weapons. Geoffrey Garrett is interviewed in this report. Watch Online
China-US relations strained ahead of the G20 Summit
21 September 2009
CNBC Squawk Australia
How will economic disputes between China and the US affect proceedings at the G20 Summit? Could this boil over to a trade war? A five-part interview with Geoffrey Garrett. Watch Online
China-US spat taking focus off G20
21 September 2009
The Australian
The G20 summit in Pittsburgh threatens to be overshadowed by a Sino-American tariff dispute, reports Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
US-China try to deflate bicycle tyre dispute
18 September 2009
ABC Radio Australia
China has complained to the World Trade Organisation over the United States' decision to impose tariffs on Chinese tyre imports. But ahead of next week's G20 meeting, both are playing down talk of a trade dispute. Karon Snowdon interviews Geoffrey Garrett. Listen Online
Garrett's report warns of US-China tensions after GFC
18 September 2009
Sky Agenda
Geoffrey Garrett believes multi-lateral talks at the G20 Summit will be important for managing tensions between the US and China. Watch Online
The changing relationship between China and America
18 September 2009
ABC Business Today
How China and the US behave as they come out of the financial crisis will have global ramifications, but in few places are the stakes higher than in Australia. Geoffrey Garrett is interviewed by Whitney Fitzsimmons. Watch Online
Trade imbalances between China and the US cause tension
18 September 2009
Sky Business Trading Day
The dynamics between the US and China are increasingly important as the countries recover from the global financial crisis. But trade moves are creating a hugely imbalanced economic relationship which is causing tension between the countries. Geoffrey Garrett is interviewed ahead of next week's G20 Summit. Watch Online
After the GFC: Australia and the Chimerica challenge
17 September 2009
The Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI) has released After the GFC: Australia and the Chimerica challenge, a strategy report written by US Studies Centre CEO, Geoffrey Garrett. The report provides an indepth Australian perspective on the global financial crisis (GFC) and its consequences. Garrett writes that the responses of China and the US during the GFC recovery will have global ramifications, but in few places are the stakes higher than in Australia. Read more
Personal touch matters in US-Australia relations: Garrett
17 September 2009
ABC Radio PM
The new US ambassador to Australia Jeff Bleich is an old friend of Barack Obama, while Australia's new ambassador to Washington will be Kim Beazley - Kevin Rudd's former Party leader. Geoffrey Garrett says a personal touch still matters in US-Australia relations. Listen Online
Former Australian Labor Party leader appointed US Ambassador
17 September 2009
ABC Radio Australia
Australia has opted for continuity and passion for all things American in its latest diplomatic appointment to Washington, naming former Labor Party leader and one time defence minister Kim Beazley to the post. Beazley is a member of the US Studies Centre's Council of Advisors. Read Transcript
Australia and the Chimerica challenge
17 September 2009
ABC Lateline Business
The Australian Policy Institute has released a report on the changing relationship between China and the US, authored by US Studies Centre CEO, Geoffrey Garrett. He joined Lateline Business to discuss the findings. Watch Online
China takes US to WTO to defuse trade tensions: analysts
15 September 2009
AFP
Geoffrey Garrett comments on the news that China has lodged a complaint with the World Trade Organization over what it claims are unfair tariffs imposed by the US on its tyre products. Read Article
Trench warfare delays Obama agenda
14 September 2009
The Australian
How health reform plays out in the US will have major implications for other things Australia and the world care deeply about, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
The eighth anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks
11 September 2009
ABC2 Breakfast
On the eighth anniversary of the terror attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon, Geoffrey Garrett talks about the threat of Islamic extremism. Watch online
Fixing an ailing health system
10 September 2009
ABC The World Today
Lesley Russell, John R. Graham and Geoffrey Garrett provide analysis of Barack Obama's address to Congress, in which he pushed his plan to reform the US health care system. Listen Online
Health reformists barrack for Barack
8 September 2009
ABC The World Today
Eleanor Hall asks Geoffrey Garrett whether Barack Obama will be able to deliver universal healthcare for Americans. Listen Online
How will we remember Senator Ted Kennedy?
26 August 2009
Sky News
Geoffrey Garrett reflects on the career of Ted Kennedy in this interview with Jim Waley. Watch Online
Ted Kennedy: The man, the politician, the dynasty
26 August 2009
ABC PM
Geoffrey Garrett looks back at the career, life and times of Senator Ted Kennedy, a politician who came to symbolise an American political dynasty. Listen Online
Senator Ted Kennedy dies
26 August 2009
ABC NewsRadio
US senator Ted Kennedy has died after battling a brain tumour. Geoffrey Garrett speaks about his long and influential career. Listen Online
Playing centre suits Rudd, not Obama
26 August 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald
Australia and the US have seemed like Siamese twins this year but now the twins are separating, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
Dennis Richardson discusses the state of Australia-US relations
24 August 2009
Ambassador to the United States Dennis Richardson AO discussed the state of Australia-US relations at a Sydney breakfast on 17 August. Read More
US still in losing place as Obama's popular pitch strikes out
20 July 2009
The Canberra Times
All the smiles and bon mots on the world stage fail as the President's actions fall flat, Geoffrey Garrett writes. Read Article
Garrett and Hiscox discuss ethical globalisation at Scots College
25 June 2009
Professor Geoffrey Garrett, Chief Executive of the US Studies Centre, engaged in a conversation with Professor Michael Hiscox, visiting the Centre from Harvard University, at The Scots College in Sydney. Garrett and Hiscox discussed Hiscox's work on the willingness of western consumers to pay higher prices for goods that were produced with high labour and environmental standards as well as the effects of the global financial crisis on Australia and the US.
Garrett and Gourevitch comment on Obama's financial reforms
19 June 2009
Radio Australia Asia Pacific Business
US Studies Centre CEO Geoffrey Garrett and Visiting Professor Peter Gourevitch are interviewed about financial reforms announced by US President Barack Obama. Listen Online
Garrett discusses trade and environment with Robert Hill and John Olsen
18 June 2009
Professor Geoffrey Garrett, Chief Executive of the US Studies Centre, discussed policy challenges facing the US and Australia with former Australian Defence Minister and Centre Adjunct Professor Robert Hill and former South Australian Premier John Olsen at an event hosted by the American Australian Association at the historic Coopers Brewery Museum in Adelaide. The panel emphasized the uphill battles facing both countries over climate change given the ongoing economic problems associated with the global financial crisis.
US pledges major overhaul of financial system
18 June 2009
ABC Radio The World Today
Professor Geoffrey Garrett and his comments on President Obama's plans for the Federal Reserve to have the power to take over big companies at risk of failure. Listen Online
Geoffrey Garrett on why Barack Obama is so popular
7 June 2009
Sky Sunday Agenda
Geoffrey Garrett speaks about current affairs in the US, including Barack Obama's historic speech on Islam in Cairo and the bankruptcy of General Motors. Watch Online
Resettling Guantanamo Bay detainees
1 June 2009
2ser
Australia has been suggested as a possible home for Uighur refugees due to be released from Guantanamo Bay. Geoffrey Garrett says this puts Australia is in a difficult situation as it juggles relations with China and the US. Listen Online
Obama pressures Rudd over Gitmo inmates
30 May 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald
Geoffrey Garrett comments on the request by the US President, Barack Obama, for Australia to resettle some of the detainees in the Guantanamo Bay prison camp. Read Article
Garrett addresses FBI officers on Australia-US relations
18 May 2009
Professor Geoffrey Garrett, Chief Executive of the US Studies Centre, addressed fifty American FBI senior officers visiting Australia as part of its National Executive Institute under the auspices of the Australian Institute of Police Management. Garrett discussed the challenges facing Australia and the US in the Afghanistan war as well as other areas of policy, led by climate change, where the domestic policies and international priorities of the two countries were similar. Garrett said that the bedrock strength of the US-Australia alliance creates a powerful foundation from which to tackle the major policy issues facing both countries as they and the world try to emerge from the worst economic downturn since the Great Depression.
Garrett discusses China-US relations with Chinese journalist at Future Summit
18 May 2009
Professor Geoffrey Garrett, Chief Executive of the US Studies Centre, participated in a keynote luncheon conversation with anchor of CCTV's BizChina program, Rui Chenggang, at the 2009 Future Summit of the Australia Davos Connection. Garrett and Chenggang agreed that neither the US nor China wants its bilateral relationship to be perceived as a nascent G-2 and hence that both countries will invest in multilateral processes like the G-20. Garrett argued that this provides opportunities for the Australian government to pursue what Prime Minister Kevin Rudd has called "creative middle power diplomacy".
Garrett addresses Doha conference on the geopolitics of the GFC
4 May 2009
Professor Geoffrey Garrett, Chief Executive of the US Studies Centre, discussed the geopolitics of the global financial crisis with noted international economist Clyde Prestowitz at an international conference organised by the Foreign Ministry of Qatar and the UCLA Center for Middle East Development in conjunction with the Doha Forum. Garrett argued that even though the US and China were being badly affected by the GFC, it would prove harder for Europe and Japan to recover from the crisis. As a result, Garrett said that the world was moving towards a de facto G-2, almost by default. He said Sino-American tensions were likely to rise as both countries will find it difficult to reduce the massive economic imbalances in China-US economic relations that contributed to the crisis.
Presidency must be measured in years, not days
30 April 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald
Few pundits seem able to resist the temptation to compare President Barack Obama's first 100 days with those of Franklin Roosevelt, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
Garrett interviewed on ABC about Obama's first 100 days as president
29 April 2009
ABC Business Today
Geoffrey Garrett provides analysis of Barack Obama's first 100 days in the White House in this interview by Whitney Fitzsimmons. Watch Online
One hundred days in the Oval Office
29 April 2009
ABC PM
Geoffrey Garrett and Michael Fullilove speak with Mark Colvin on Barack Obama's first 100 days as president. Listen Online
Garrett addresses Australian Institute of International Affairs on Obama’s first 100 days
28 April 2009
Professor Geoffrey Garrett, Chief Executive of the US Studies Centre, addressed the New South Wales branch of the Australian Institute of International Affairs on the first one hundred days of Barack Obama's presidency. Garrett said that Obama's presidency had been remarkable in terms of its activism at home in fighting the global financial crisis and abroad in terms of formulating a new strategy for the war in Afghanistan and working to restore America's global standing, particularly in the Islamic world. Nonetheless, he argued that many big policy challenges remain in front of President Obama, and the US's parlous fiscal condition will make it harder for the country to respond to them, including health care and climate change.
100 days of the Obama presidency: Margaret Throsby in conversation with Geoffrey Garrett
28 April 2009
ABC Classic FM Mornings with Margaret Throsby
Geoffrey Garrett discussed with Margaret Throsby the first 100 days of the Barack Obama presidency. Listen Online
Geoffrey Garrett interview on high level talks on the Australian-American strategic alliance
9 April 2009
ABC2 Breakfast
Virginia Trioli interviews United States Studies Centre Chief Executive Officer Geoffrey Garrett about talks between Stephen Smith and Joel Fitzgibbons, and Hilary Clinton and Robert Gates, on defence policy and the strategic alliance between Australia and the United States. Watch Online
Garrett discusses geopolitics of financial crisis with emerging military leaders
19 March 2009
Professor Geoffrey Garrett, Chief Executive of the US Studies Centre, discussed the geopolitical implications of the global financial crisis with emerging military leaders from Australia, Asia and the United States at the Australian Centre for Defence and Strategic Studies. CDSS is the senior professional military education institution in Australia and conducts a 12 month Defence and Strategic Studies Course for around 50 senior officers of Colonel equivalent rank from 20 different countries in the Asia-Pacific region. Garrett's presentation focused on emerging challenges for post-GFC Australian foreign policy regarding China, the US, protectionism, and global governance.
Garrett speaks at Old Parliament House
5 March 2009
Professor Geoffrey Garrett, Chief Executive of the US Studies Centre, addressed the impact of the Obama presidency on Australia's policy options regarding the war in Afghanistan at Old Parliament House in Canberra. The workshop was convened by the ANU's Strategic and Defence Studies Centre. Participants included former generals and senior officials from the Department of Defence as well as Australian and international security policy experts. Read Transcript
Garrett gives boardroom briefing to CEDA about Obama presidency
27 February 2009
Professor Geoffrey Garrett, Chief Executive of the US Studies Centre, addressed CEDA Members in Melbourne regarding the prospects for economic recovery in the US under President Obama, rising protectionist sentiment in the US, and their policy implications for Australia.
Garrett briefs ONA on Obama presidency
25 February 2009
Professor Geoffrey Garrett, Chief Executive of the US Studies Centre, joined a small group of leading analysts of the US in Canberra to brief the Office of National Assessments on the Obama presidency and its implications for Australian foreign policy.
Garrett joins International Encyclopedia of Political Science Board
16 February 2009
Professor Geoffrey Garrett, Chief Executive of the US Studies Centre, has joined the editorial board of the International Encyclopedia of Political Science, with responsibility for its international relations and foreign policy entries. The Encyclopedia will be released in 2010.
Stimulus is Reagan in reverse
7 February 2009
The Australian
Geoffrey Garrett says Barack Obama has the political capital to deliver the most radical shift in US economic attitudes since the Reagan revolution 30 years ago. Read Article
Divided US House of Representatives passes Obama's fiscal package
29 January 2009
ABC PM
Listen to Catherine Clifford's interview with Geoffrey Garrett on the US House of Representatives $US825-billion stimulus package. Listen Online
Inauguration of a black president
21 January 2009
Today Tonight
Report on the inauguration of Barack Obama including interview with US Studies Centre CEO, Geoffrey Garrett. Watch Online
Obama speech: analysis
21 January 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald
Video footage of Geoffrey Garrett's analysis of Obama's inaugural speech at a breakfast in Sydney. Watch Online
Domestic issues to dominate Obama's first 100 days in office
21 January 2009
ABC PM
Listen to Ashley Hall's interview with Geoffrey Garrett about Obama's inauguration speech. Listen Online
Expert analysis of Obama speech
21 January 2009
SBS World News Australia
Geoffrey Garrett provides analysis of Obama's inaugural address. Watch Online
Australia celebrates Obama inauguration
21 January 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald
Katelyn John quotes from Geoffrey Garrett's analysis of Barack Obama's Inauguration speech. Geoff spoke at a breakfast screening of the speech co-hosted by the United States Studies Centre, the American Australian Association and the US consulate. Read Article
The age of Obama
21 January 2009
ABC Unleashed
Geoffrey Garrett writes that the fanfare surrounding Barack Obama's once in a lifetime presidential inauguration is amply justified. But as soon as the excitement and emotion begins to die down, the enormous stakes of his time in office will quickly be Obama's, America's and the world's focus. Read Article
Responses to Geoffrey Garrett's op-ed: Dubya's reputation might yet be saved
20 January 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald
Letters to the Editor in response to Geoffrey Garrett's op-ed "Dubya's reputation might yet be saved". Read Article
Obama's New Deal to undo Reagan legacy
20 January 2009
Herald Sun
Geoffrey Garrett questions if Barack Obama will be able to deliver in office given the enormous challenges before him. Read Article
Dubya's reputation might yet be saved
17 January 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald
The more Obama succeeds, the better the Bush legacy will begin to look, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Letters to the Editor in response to this article. Read Article
Helen Dalley interviews Geoffrey Garrett
7 December 2008
Sky News Sunday Agenda
Helen Dalley interviews Geoffrey Garrett about the transition of power to Barack Obama. Watch Online
Garrett speaks about Barack Obama's cabinet choices
2 December 2008
Newshour
Kesha West interviews Geoffrey Garrett in this report on President-elect Obama's announcement of cabinet members. Watch Online
President Obama's new American history
1 December 2008
Sydney Alumni Magazine
Geoffrey Garrett wrote a feature article on the election of Barack Obama as the 44th US President in the Summer edition of the Sydney Alumni Magazine. Read Article
Obama to see light on trade
1 December 2008
The Australian
Despite the campaign rhetoric, the president elect is likely to convert from protectionism, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
Garrett addresses CEDA on global financial crisis
28 November 2008
Professor Geoffrey Garrett, Chief Executive of the US Studies Centre, addressed members of the Committee for Economic Development of Australia in Adelaide on the global financial crisis and its implications for Australia.
Obama to steer a middle road on car firm bail-outs
26 November 2008
The Australian Financial Review
America's president-elect is unlikely to allow the big three car makes to slide into bankruptcy, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
US car sector's precarious fate
19 November 2008
SBS Radio
Listen to Rebecca Lewis' interview with Geoffrey Garrett about the financial crisis in the US auto industry. Listen Online
US back on top as global magnet
19 November 2008
The Australian
Guy Healy quotes Geoffrey Garrett in this article about the resurgence of US universities in international student recruitment. Read Article
Mark Colvin interviews Geoffrey Garrett
17 November 2008
ABC PM
Listen to Mark Colvin's interview with Geoffrey Garrett on President-elect Obama's vision for America. Listen Online
Aussies for Obama
11 November 2008
Inner West Courier
Kate Carr writes about the results of the US Studies Centre's 2008 National Opinion Survey, quoting Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
Afghanistan potential sticking point for Obama
10 November 2008
Inter Press Service News Agency
Stephen de Tarczynski extensively quotes Geoffrey Garrett in this article about the results of the US Studie's Centre 2008 National Opinion Survey. Read Article
Extraordinary Man
9 November 2008
Straits Times
Geoffrey Garrett is quoted in this article on the expectations of president-elect Barack Obama. This article also appeared on Lanka Business Online. Read Article
Xavier Bichon interviews Geoffrey Garrett
7 November 2008
SBS Radio
Listen to Xavier Bichon's interview Geoffrey Garrett about Barack Obama's election win. Listen Online
Genius of a nation: to change
6 November 2008
Herald Sun
Yesterday's landslide victory by president-elect Barack Obama puts an exclamation mark on four years of American self criticism, self-reflection and self-correction, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
Steve Chase interviews Geoffrey Garrett
5 November 2008
ABC NewsRadio
Listen to Steve Chase's interview with Geoffrey Garrett about the election of Barack Obama as US president. Listen Online
Mark Colvin interviews Geoffrey Garrett
5 November 2008
ABC Radio PM
Listen to Mark Colvin's interview with Geoffrey Garrett about the US presidential election result. Listen Online
What Barack Obama's election win means for Australia
5 November 2008
The Courier Mail
Caitlin O'Toole interviews Geoffrey Garrett on what Barack Obama's election win means for Australia. Read Article
Garrett discusses US Presidential Election with Centre for Independent Studies Board
5 November 2008
Professor Geoffrey Garrett, Chief Executive of the US Studies Centre, addressed the Board of Directors of the Centre for Independent Study in Sydney on the evening after the election of Barack Obama as 44th President of the United States.
Interview with Geoffrey Garrett discussing the National Opinion Survey results
4 November 2008
2ser
Interview with Geoffrey Garrett discussing the results of the US Studies Centre National Opinion Survey: Australians, Americans and the 2008 Presidential Election. Listen Online
Ticky Fullerton interviews Geoffrey Garrett
4 November 2008
ABC Lateline Business
Ticky Fullerton interviews Geoffrey Garrett on US election movements. Read Transcript
Does McCain still have a fighting chance?
4 November 2008
SBS Radio World View
Listen to Rebecca Lewis' interview with Geoffrey Garrett about John McCain's chance in the US presidential election. Listen Online
Anti-globalisation – US circles the wagons
4 November 2008
Ethical Corporation
Article quoting Geoffrey Garrett in which he warns the US will no longer play a leading role in meeting global economic challenges. Read Article
Barack Obama's reborn America
4 November 2008
Herald Sun
After nearly two years of drama, hype and more than a little lampooning, the United States seems set to make history, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
Carson Scott interviews Geoffrey Garrett and Angus Geddes
3 November 2008
Sky Business Channel "On the Record"
Carson Scott interviews Geoffrey Garrett and Angus Geddes about the US financial crisis ahead of the presidential election. Watch Online
Palin: A gift to journos who keeps giving
3 November 2008
The Australian
Sally Jackson's article quotes Geoffrey Garrett on the results of the US Studies Centre survey. Read Article
Afghanistan to test Aust relations with new US president
2 November 2008
AAP Newswire
Sandra O'Malley quotes Geoffrey Garrett on future Australian foreign policy under a new US presidency. Read Article
High hopes, new realities
1 November 2008
The Canberra Times
Philip Dorling quotes Geoffrey Garrett in his article about how Australians will have to adjust some of their expectations if Barack Obama wins the presidency. Read Article
Buying into the White House
30 October 2008
Triple J
Buying into the White House. Hack's Michael Atkin features Geoffrey Garrett on Obama's infomercial, Republican voters turning blue and more. Listen Online
Garrett debates US moral authority
30 October 2008
Professor Geoffrey Garrett, Chief Executive of the US Studies Centre, participated in a debate on the proposition that the US has lost its moral authority in the Intelligence2 debate at Angel Place in Sydney. Read SMH Article | Watch Online
Don't expect humbler US to take orders
29 October 2008
The Australian Financial Review
Economic woes will curtail the next US president's capacity to deliver global leadership, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
Australians eye US election, favor Obama victory
29 October 2008
Voice of America
Phil Mercer quotes Geoffrey Garrett who says that Australia could see the next US administration asking for additional help in Afghanistan. Read Article
How the US poll affects Aussies
26 October 2008
Herald Sun
Whether John McCain or Barack Obama reaches the White House, there are implications for Australians, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
Australians paying keen attention to US election
25 October 2008
The National
Phil Mercer quotes Geoffrey Garrett and Kim Beazley in this article about the unprecedented interest by Australians in the US presidential election. Read Article
US foreign policy under a new president
22 October 2008
SBS Radio
US foreign policy under a new president. Features highlights of the US Studies Centre's public forum on the foreign policy of the next US president. Listen Online
Geoffrey Garrett on Sky Sunday Agenda
19 October 2008
Sky News Sunday Agenda
Geoffrey Garrett is interviewed about the upcoming US presidential election. Watch Online
America's new social democracy
18 October 2008
The Australian
Barack Obama will likely preside over a very different US, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
Commentary on the third presidential debate
16 October 2008
ABC News
Geoffrey Garrett provided commentary on the ABC's live coverage of the third presidential debate.
Analysis of the third presidential debate
16 October 2008
Sky News Agenda
Analysis of the third presidential debate with Geoffrey Garrett and Bruce Wolpe. Watch Online
The decline of the US empire
13 October 2008
Herald Sun
Geoffrey Garrett writes that the current economic crisis might get much worse before it gets better but things would have to fall off a cliff to rival the 1930s, and that just doesn't seem plausible. Unlike the passivity then, the alarm bells have already rung loud, clear and quickly. Read Article
Do nothing is Obama's best tactic
10 October 2008
The Sydney Morning Herald
One short month ago, John McCain awoke to the happy news that his instantly infamous choice of Sarah Palin as his running mate had vaulted him five percentage points ahead of Barack Obama in the polls. Today Obama has a double digit - and growing - lead over McCain in the polls. Geoffrey Garrett asks, what explains this transformation? Read Article
Face to face
9 October 2008
Australia Network
Kesha West interviews Geoffrey Garrett about the second presidential debate. Watch Online
Geoffrey Garrett's lecture on the US election campaign
9 October 2008
ABC Fora
Geoffrey Garrett's lecture on the US election campaign as part of the Department of the Senate's Occasional Lecture series. Watch Online
Commentary on the second presidential debate
8 October 2008
ABC News
Geoffrey Garrett provided commentary on the ABC's live coverage of the second presidential debate.
Analysis of the second presidential debate
8 October 2008
Sky News Agenda
Analysis of the second presidential debate with Geoffrey Garrett and Dae Levine. Watch Online
McCain has a mountain to climb
8 October 2008
The Australian Financial Review
The Republican candidate's core policies remind voters of the Bush administration, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
Discussion about the presidential campaign
6 October 2008
ABC Radio National Australia Talks
Paul Barclay discusses the presidential campaign with Geoffrey Garrett; Professor James Lengle, visiting Fulbright ANU Distinguished Chair in American Political Science; and Associate Professor Stephen Stockwell, Head of School of Arts, Griffith University. Listen Online
Geoff Garrett commentates on the vice presidential debate
3 October 2008
ABC News
Geoffrey Garrett appeared on the ABC's live coverage of the vice presidential debate.
Mark Colvin speaks to Geoffrey Garrett
3 October 2008
ABC Radio PM
Geoffrey Garrett provides analysis of the vice-presidential debate during this interview with Mark Colvin. Listen Online
Expert commentary and analysis on American politics
2 October 2008
The United States Studies Centre's Professor Geoffrey Garrett will be a commentator on the ABC's upcoming television coverage of the US presidential debates. Read Media Release
China holds aces as US loses face
2 October 2008
The Age
Daniel Flitton quotes Geoffrey Garrett in this article about the strength of the Chinese economy over the US. Read Article
An idiot's guide to the United States presidential election
1 October 2008
City Journal
Sam Bolitho spoke to Geoffrey Garrett and RMIT's Professor Joseph Siracusa who explain the intricacies of the US presidential election system. Read Article
Is Obama the money man?
29 September 2008
Herald Sun
The US Congress is set to pass a financial bailout package, and Barack Obama seems a step closer to the White House, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
Geoffrey Garrett interview on presidential candidates
28 September 2008
Sky News Sunday Agenda
Helen Dalley interviewed Geoffrey Garrett about the strategies of presidential candidates, John McCain and Barack Obama. Watch Online
Geoffrey Garrett commentates on first presidential debate
27 September 2008
SBS World News Australia
Geoffrey Garrett appeared as a commentator during the broadcast of the first presidential debates on World News Australia.
Campaigning during a crisis
26 September 2008
Australia Network
Geoffrey Garrett speaks about the battle between McCain and Obama in relation to the US financial crisis. Watch Online
Mark Colvin interviews Geoffrey Garrett
26 September 2008
ABC Radio PM
Mark Colvin speaks to Geoffrey Garrett on the impact of the economic crisis on the US presidential race. Listen Online
Wall Street melts down, Obama the big winner?
26 September 2008
ABC News
While the world waits with bated breath to see whether the US Congress will enact the Bush administration's $US700 billion Wall Street bailout, a national interest ceasefire seems to have broken out in America's partisan warfare, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
US Studies Centre head to give live TV commentary on US presidential debates
26 September 2008
The United States Studies Centre's Professor Geoffrey Garrett will be a commentator on national television coverage of the upcoming US presidential debates. Read Media Release
Australia could prove big loser in global market crunch
19 September 2008
The Courier Mail
Geoffrey Garrett writes that Australia could be the big loser if the US turns inward and retreats from the global economy after a trillion dollars was wiped off the US stock market. Read Article
Fear shrivels US
19 September 2008
Herald Sun
With one trillion dollars wiped off the US stock market this year, the smart money says this will improve Barack Obama's hopes of a presidential victory, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
Disconnect between what the world wants, and what America wants
19 September 2008
The Huffington Post
Trish Mitchell writes commentary on Geoffrey Garrett's public lecture at the Senate Theatre of Parliament House. Read Blog
Fallout from US financial crisis hits Asia hard
17 September 2008
ABC Radio Australia
Karon Snowdon reports on the US financial crisis following the collapse of the Lehman Brothers investment bank, with comments by Geoffrey Garrett. Listen Online
Either president may disappoint us
12 September 2008
The Sydney Morning Herald
Geoffrey Garrett writes that despite opinion surveys showing most of the world prefers Obama as the next US president, both Obama and McCain may disappoint. Read Article
Geoffrey Garrett on the meteoric rise of Sarah Palin
10 September 2008
SBS Radio
Interview with Geoffrey Garrett about the meteoric rise of Republican Sarah Palin and the new challenges for Democrat Barack Obama in the US presidential campaign. Listen Online
Attack dog from Alaska puts new life into McCain's mojo
8 September 2008
Herald Sun
The national conventions for the Republican and Democratic parties over the past two weeks have turned upside down the race for the White House, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
Age and youth a mixed bunch
1 September 2008
Herald Sun
Geoffrey Garrett writes that John McCain is rediscovering his mercurial maverick stride in naming the young, essentially unknown female Sarah Palin from the wilds of Alaska as his running mate in the presidential election. Read Article
Great expectations: What a post-Bush world will mean for Australia
1 September 2008
The Diplomat
Change is coming but the next US president will be far less transformative than what the pageant of expectations would have us believe, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
Obama: reach out and touch Middle America
19 August 2008
The Canberra Times
Barack Obama, the Democratic presidential candidate needs to be seen as a regular guy, Geoffrey Garrett writes. Read Article
Washington and Moscow up the rhetoric over Georgia
14 August 2008
ABC Radio PM
Geoffrey Garrett comments on tensions between the US and Russia over their respective stances on the conflict in Georgia. Listen Online
Paris Hilton pledges to paint the White House pink
6 August 2008
ABC Radio PM
Geoffrey Garrett comments on Republican candidate John McCain's controversial use of Paris Hilton's image in a campaign ad. Listen Online
Annus horribilis
2 August 2008
The Age
Ruth Williams quotes Geoffrey Garrett in this article about the impact of the US sub-prime crisis. Read Article
Less Iraq, more Afghanistan takes Obama down a safer path
23 July 2008
The Age
Geoffrey Garrett writes that the Democratic candidate Barack Obama has made a bold move by switching wars. Read Article
Rudd's gamble ignores inconvenient truth
15 July 2008
The Australian Financial Review
Doing the right thing on greenhouse emissions may leave Australia out in the cold, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
McCain stands to gain from Guantanamo ruling
30 June 2008
The Canberra Times
The US Supreme Court decision giving Guantanamo detainees the right to appeal against their detention has brought the war on terrorism to centre stage in the race for the White House. We may agree with Obama, but it's McCain who may benefit, Geoffrey Garrett writes. Read Article
The Supreme Court vs Bush
20 June 2008
ABC Unleashed
Recent opinion polling and more importantly a key Supreme Court decision put an exclamation point on the fact that America is now just as opposed to the Bush administration as are its critics abroad. It will be up to the country's next President to forge a new consensus that will not only unite America, but also restore its standing in the world, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
Candidates' strategy already clear
5 June 2008
The Courier Mail
Three factors will influence the outcome of the presidential race, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
Public celebrations hide private consternation over the new nominee
5 June 2008
The Sydney Morning Herald
Public celebrations hide private consternation over the new Democratic presidential nominee, Barack Obama, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
John McCain is a likely president
26 May 2008
ABC Unleashed
Geoffrey Garrett writes that despite the unpopularity of President George Bush and public opposition to the Iraq war, McCain is in a statistical tie with Obama in notional national polls for November's presidential election. Read Article
Let the battle begin in earnest
19 May 2008
The Canberra Times
The campaign proper between Barack Obama and John McCain will soon replace Democratic Party infighting, Geoffrey Garrett writes. Read Article
Heavy toll of the polls
10 May 2008
The Australian
A Hillary Clinton exit from the race for the Democratic nomination for president would not end the Democrats' problems, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
A good win for Hillary is not so good for the Democrats
29 April 2008
The Canberra Times
Hillary Clinton's recent primary victory means trouble for her party, Geoffrey Garrett writes. Read Article
Hillary's campaign future
23 April 2008
ABC Radio - PM
Mark Colvin interviews Geoffrey Garrett about the Democratic Party's primary elections. Listen Online
Divided Democrats poised to fail
22 April 2008
Courier Mail
The race for the White House could have disastrous consequences for the Democrats, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
US needs a new vision of China relations
31 March 2008
San Francisco Chronicle
The United States needs a new vision for its relations with China, one based on further economic integration, not protectionism, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
China trade a boon to US
19 March 2008
South China Morning Post
Geoffrey Garrett writes about US-China economic ties. Read Article
Targeting the giants comes at a price
12 March 2008
The Australian Financial Review
Sovereign wealth funds are under scrutiny but keeping them out leads to costly protectionism, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
Real world unites presidential three
11 March 2008
The Sydney Morning Herald
The only thing that is certain in American politics today is that one of three very different candidates, Hillary Clinton, John McCain or Barack Obama, will be the next US president. But the differences between the three contenders are much more about style than they are about substance, especially on the issues that matter most to Australia, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
Obama will still lead Clinton delegates
5 March 2008
ABC Radio - PM
Mark Colvin interviews Geoffrey Garrett on the impact of primary results in Ohio and Texas. Listen Online
Hillary still a big chance
28 February 2008
Herald Sun
Geoffrey Garrett writes that Hillary Clinton's best chance to win the Democratic Party presidential nomination is to win most of the 800 super delegates. Read Article
Party is democratic in name only
25 February 2008
Courier Mail
Just how democratic are the Democrats? The power of the Clinton brand may yet prevail, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
Still a long road to go to the White House
7 February 2008
The Australian
No matter who takes out the Democratic race, Hillary Clinton or Barack Obama will be in for a real battle with John McCain to win the US presidency in November, suggests Geoffrey Garrett. Read Article
Super Tuesday: crucial for Republicans as well as Democrats
6 February 2008
ABC News Radio
Glen Bartholomew interviews Geoffrey Garrett about the Super Tuesday primary elections. Listen Online
Obama and Clinton close to a dead heat
6 February 2008
ABC Radio - PM
Mark Colvin interviews Geoffrey Garrett about the Super Tuesday results. Listen Online
Democrats, Republicans do battle coast to coast
6 February 2008
ABC TV - 7.30 Report
Kerry O'Brien's interview with Geoffrey Garrett on the outcomes of Super Tuesday. Read Transcript
US Studies Centre appoints CEO
31 January 2008
Chairman of the Board of Directors of the US Studies Centre, Mr Malcolm Binks today announced the appointment of Dr Geoffrey Garrett as its Chief Executive Officer. "Dr Garrett brings an extraordinary depth and breadth of knowledge and experience to the US Studies Centre. In a Presidential election year, we will have at the Centre a leading political scientist and commentator to interpret the outcomes for Australians" said Mr Binks. Read More
