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The Declaration Heard Around the World

Thomas Jefferson’s immortal words in the Declaration of Independence inaugurated an “experiment” in self-government that continues to this day. Although the results have never been perfect, few other documents have had as profound and as enduring an influence on the modern world.

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Reinventing Europe
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Reinventing Europe

Despite boasting world-leading universities and research institutions, robust trade relationships, a strong industrial base, and a well-established rule of law, Europe has failed to leverage its advantages in a way that would unlock its full economic potential.

At the same time, it appears to be punching below its weight internationally, instead of providing the leadership the world so desperately needs to maintain progress toward broadly shared goals.