Doug Jones: An unlikely senator, an example of integrityMinutes after he learned that he had won his special election in December of 2017, Doug Jones took to the podium to celebrate his unlikely…Nov 4, 2020Nov 4, 2020
Published inFoggy Bottom (Archive)Defending universal values isn’t a diplomat’s burden to bear — it is our honor to pursue.On Friday, I will return to the United States after the honor of serving for three and a half years as President Obama’s Ambassador to the…Jan 19, 2017Jan 19, 2017
Published inFoggy Bottom (Archive)In Challenging Times, the OSCE Needs Principled LeadershipFor millions around the globe, the end of a tumultuous 2016 brings with it hope and expectation, anticipation and uncertainty. 2017…Jan 12, 2017Jan 12, 2017
Published inFoggy Bottom (Archive)In Stormy Seas, Stay the CourseIt’s no secret that 2016 has been a tumultuous year. With the UK’s Brexit decision, global interest in November’s U.S. presidential…Dec 7, 2016Dec 7, 2016
Published inFoggy Bottom (Archive)Mind the GONGOs: How Government Organized NGOs Troll Europe’s Largest Human Rights ConferenceBy: Daniel B. BaerSep 29, 20162Sep 29, 20162
Published inFoggy Bottom (Archive)Yesterday’s Horror, Today’s Challenge: Lessons from a visit to AuschwitzBy Daniel B. BaerSep 23, 2016Sep 23, 2016
Published inFoggy Bottom (Archive)Protecting space for civil society, defending human rights and fundamental freedoms for allThis week, some 1,300 diplomats, international experts, and human rights defenders from 57 countries in Europe, Central Asia, and North…Sep 19, 2016Sep 19, 2016