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The voice of Great Decisions, Walter Cronkite, once said that, “In foreign policy lies the future.”

Each episode of the series, recently dubbed “must watch television” by the New York Times, brings together a wide range of expert analysis so that you – the viewer – can make a great decision of your own when it comes to U.S. foreign policy.

Featured guests in the 2010 series include, among others:

• United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon
• EU Foreign Policy Chief Javier Solana
• Actress and Goodwill Ambassador Mira Sorvino
• U.S. Senator Carl Levin
• New York Times Columnist Nicolas Kristof

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Other Great Decisions 2010 items include:
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In 2010, this award-winning series brings armchair diplomats up to State Department speed with episodes like:

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An Army of Envoys

Once the favored method of diplomacy, special envoys are once again in vogue to advance U.S. interests. But are there simply too many cooks in the kitchen? Watch Intro

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Red Army Rising: The Rise of China's Military

While relations between the U.S. and China have focused on the economy, does China's rapidly growing military pose a threat? Watch Intro

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Justified Force? Preventing Genocide in the 21st Century

Armed intervention or peaceful negotiation? This episode explores the international toolbox for preventing genocide, offering commentary on emerging doctrines like the Responsibility to Protect. Watch Intro

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The Dark Side of Globalization

The benefits of globalization are many, but today's interconnectedness has spawned a dark side as well. Learn how drug cartels, human traffickers and online scam artists benefit from a “flattened” world. Watch Intro

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Wall Street and the World: The Global Financial Crisis

Expert guests explain how the financial crisis came about, its impact on regional economies and the international response. Watch Intro

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Moscow's Long Reach

Russia's cherished “sphere of influence” has long frustrated proponents of western goals in Eastern and Central Europe. How far does the Moscow's hand extend into the region? Watch Intro

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Power, Politics and the Persian Gulf

Withdrawal from Iraq. Unrest in Iran. Unease in the Gulf Arab states. What challenges does the U.S. face in this volatile region? Watch Intro

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Peace building and Statecraft

Even the famed military philosopher Sun Tzu acknowledged that “to subdue the enemy without fighting is the height of skill.” Yet more resources throughout history have been devoted to military efforts than to bring about peace. Watch Intro

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SPECIAL: The World's Bottom Billion

Nearly 10 years ago, leaders from around the globe made a bold declaration – a promise to end extreme poverty by 2015 through the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals. Consider this episode a report card. Watch Intro

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SPECIAL: The New Energy Economy

Call it the “greening” of America. As Americans increasingly turn to renewable energies, what opportunities exist for industry and innovation? Watch Intro

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