World Affairs Council: Great Decisions Series

7 Feb 2012

“Promoting Democracy” - The U.S. has had a history of advancing and supporting democracy around the world. What place does the promotion of democracy have in U.S. foreign policy today? With choices ranging from economic aid to military force, what are the most appropriate and effective tools that the U.S. should use in promoting democracy?

Susan Zelle, a retired Foreign Service Officer, spent much of her career in Africa promoting democracy, building civil society and encouraging observance of human rights. In the fall of 2011 the State Department asked her to serve as a temporary chief of mission in Asmara, Eritrea, an assignment from which she has just returned, thus many of her observations should be fresh and personal

Manheimer Auditorium – Reuter Center – UNCA
7:30 PM

WAC members and UNCA students no charge: for others $8.00

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