Great Decisions at the Library - 2021

Great Decisions at the Library is sponsored by the Bainbridge Public Library with funding support from the Bainbridge Island Friends of the Library and a generous donation in memory of Louise Brody Weissman.

Great Decisions at the Library 2021

Postponed but still planned for this year!

Now in its sixteenth year, Great Decisions at the Library is part of a nation-wide, non-partisan program of the Foreign Policy Association intended to broaden public involvement in foreign affairs. While enjoying coffee and pastries, Great Decisions at the Library participants first view a 30-minute Foreign Policy Association DVD on the topic under consideration and then engage in a discussion lead by an informed moderator.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are postponing the 2021 Great Decisions at the Library series until it is safe to meet in person, with appropriate social distancing and other safety measures, in Bethany Lutheran Church. The topics are good for the entire year, so we are aiming for some time in the fall. If not, there’s always Zoom!

In the meantime, here are the 2021 topics. If you know of a local expert on any of the topics, please contact us at .

Global Supply Chains and U.S National Security

The Future of Persian Gulf security

Brexit: Taking Stock and Looking Ahead

The Coldest War: Toward a Return to Great Power Competition in the Arctic?

China and Africa

The Two Koreas

The World Health Organization's Response to Covid-19

The End of Globalization?

You can purchase the 2021 Great Decisions Briefing Bookfrom the Foreign Policy Association by clicking here. There is also an eBook available: click here.

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Great Decisions 2021

Funding support for Great Decisions at the Library is generously provided by the Bainbridge Island Friends of the Library.