April 2025 Newsletter
The McCain Institute Sedona Forum 2025
The McCain Institute’s 2025 Sedona Forum will take place May 2-3 with The Washington Post joining as a media partner. This year’s forum, centered around the theme “Wielding America’s Preeminent Power,” brings together a bipartisan group of global leaders, policymakers, and experts to explore how the United States can leverage its economic strength, technological edge, military might, and cultural influence to lead with purpose in a rapidly changing world. Register for the livestream today.
Looking Ahead: Sedona Forum Preview
McCain Global Leaders Western Hemisphere Changemaker Tour in Argentina
The McCain Institute-led delegation explored Argentina’s rich culture, geopolitical landscape, and the challenges to its vibrant democracy. Read more.
OP-ED: “Three Principles for Defending Human Rights Amid Great Power Competition”
McCain Institute’s Corban Teague presented three key principles to help policymakers develop a realistic yet effective human rights strategy. Read more.
A Digital Fight For Democracy: The Global AI Arms Race
McCain Institute Junior Fellow Precious Kirby highlighted the ethical concerns surrounding the global race for AI supremecy. Read more.
April 2025
Media
The McCain Institute celebrated the 76th Anniversary of NATO and its impact on our peace & security.
On CNN with Sara Sidner, Dr. Evelyn Farkas discussed the dangers associated with increased tariffs.
We were saddened by the loss of Richard Armitage—a foreign policy giant, friend of Senator McCain, and fellow Naval Academy graduate.
On NewsNation, Dr. Evelyn Farkas discussed the deepening U.S.-China trade war and the meeting between the Vietnamese Prime Minister and Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Dr. Evelyn Farkas spoke about the ongoing Russia-Ukraine negotiation efforts on BBC News.
On April 13, 1999, Senator John McCain announced his candidacy for president of the United States.
Dr. Evelyn Farkas joined the Munk Debates podcast to discuss the latest news surrounding U.S. foreign policy and defense.
The McCain Institute recognized the two-year anniversary of the arrest of Vladimir Kara-Murza by Russian authorities for condemning the invasion of Ukraine.
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Bringing Americans Home
On Wednesday, July 24, the McCain Institute at Arizona State University (ASU) co-sponsored the James W. Foley Legacy Foundation’s release of its sixth annual edition of “Bringing Americans Home,” an independent research report that provides new information about the ongoing crisis of Americans taken hostage abroad by terrorists or wrongfully detained by nation-states.
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