The latest news and commentary from the Pacific Council NEWSLETTER / June 4, 2020 The Pacific Council’s biweekly Newsletter shares international affairs commentary and analysis by our members and experts plus news from the Council and recaps of our recent events. The Pacific Council is mindful of the current pain experienced by citizens across the country, especially the Black community. We wish to engage you in the important conversation about systemic racism, how it affects America's global standing, and how to take action. The content below is meant to educate, raise awareness, and encourage dialogue that will lead to concrete solutions for our country and our world. EVENTS, NEWS, + ANALYSIS TAKING A STAND The Pacific Council on International Policy stands by all communities feeling the hurt and anger of the racial injustices and violence our Black community faces on a daily basis. As an organization that looks at issues through a local-to-global lens, we recognize that systemic racism in our own country negatively affects not only lives in the United States, but our country’s global standing and leadership. read more >> LA URBAN LEAGUE ADDRESSES PROTESTS RELATED TO THE MURDER OF GEORGE FLOYD AT THE HANDS OF POLICE AMBASSADOR MICHAEL A. LAWSON, PRESIDENT AND CEO OF THE LOS ANGELES URBAN LEAGUE Read the statement from Los Angeles Urban League that calls on the City and County of Los Angeles to convene a law enforcement improvement task force. read more >> BUILDING BRIDGES: FROM ALABAMA'S PAST TO FUTURE The Pacific Council recently hosted a discussion with Alabama state Rep. Anthony Daniels, minority leader in the state House of Representatives, and Kimberly Freeman, Associate Dean and Chief Diversity Officer of USC Dornsife, about how “domestic” issues such as institutional racism, educational reform, prison reform, voter suppression issues, and the healthcare system impact the United States’ standing in the world. watch the video >> read more >> INSTITUTIONALIZED RACISM IS A NATIONAL SECURITY THREAT DR. JERROLD D. GREEN, PRESIDENT AND CEO OF THE PACIFIC COUNCIL, AND AMBASSADOR MICHAEL A. LAWSON, PRESIDENT AND CEO OF THE LA URBAN LEAGUE If Americans refuse to meaningfully address race relations, the United States will grow weaker and less effective both at home and as an international actor. BECOME A MEMBER Members of the Pacific Council become part of a community of thoughtful, concerned global citizens whose experience informs smart policy and discourse. We connect you to a network of leaders, bring you in on both live and virtual discussions with global thinkers, and invite your ideas to contribute to public discourse and improved policy. learn more about membership >> SUBSCRIBE Sign up for our biweekly email Newsletter to receive the latest news and commentary from the Pacific Council on International Policy. stay informed >> STAY CONNECTED Pacific Council on International Policy | 725 S. Figueroa St., Ste. 450, Los Angeles, CA 90017 Unsubscribe [email protected] About Constant Contact Sent by [email protected]