Statue of Liberty on the CBO Report Cover

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Immigration benefits the US economy; it also makes regionalization more culturally acceptable in the long-term.
True Border Czar, Blas Nunez-Neto addresses the press in May 2023

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Isolationist approaches to managing the border have failed or are temporary; however, a new regional approach has long-term viability.
Border crossing in Texas last May

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Crossings along the US southern border have dropped sharply due to new measures and partnership between US and Mexico
General Brice Oligui is sworn in as Gabon's Interim President

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The military removed a leader whose family led the country over 50 years, much to its detriment
Meeting of ECOWAS Defense Chiefs in Ghana

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Before any invasion is sanctioned, regional players would be wise to consider whether Niger is even ready for democracy
Mohamed Toumba, a coup leader, waives to supporters at Aug 6 rally

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A recent coup, and the region's determination to reverse it, may lead to a contest that sets a new direction for Africa
Map of Europe with Latitude and Longitude

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Ukrainian admission to NATO would open a second potential front for Russia, increasing fear and decreasing stability
Turkish President Recep Erdogan and Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson shake hands at NATO Summit

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NATO's addition of Finland and Sweden provides insights on how countries will coalesce around common interests in the future
Wagner Group armored column rolls through a Russian city

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Russia's war against Ukraine and the resulting internal dysfunction reflect a mindset out of step with today's world