“Examining America’s Global Influence and Foreign Policy Legacy at 250” — what this page in the network covers. This panel discussion, moderated by William Brangham, reflects on the United States' evolution from a group of small colonies into a global superpower. Featuring experts Esther Brimmer, Michael Mandelbaum, and Robert Zoellick, the segment evaluates the nation's major successes and setbacks on the international stage over the last two and a half centuries.
The experts also analyze how historical precedents inform the current state of American diplomacy, specifically looking at the impact of President Trump’s foreign policy. This deep dive into the nation's global legacy provides context for understanding America's role in a rapidly changing world as it marks its 250th year. This listing links straight to the original page, where the content is available in full.