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  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
October 18, 2021 at 9:23 PM

Remembering General Colin Powell, USGLC’s National Chair

Friend – America has lost a national treasure today, and the USGLC has most certainly lost a champion for our cause. I join the entire USGLC family in mourning the tremendous loss of General Colin Powell, who has served as Chair of our National Advisory Council for more than 15 years.All day I have…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
October 5, 2021 at 6:08 PM

Heartland Summit, COVID Summit Take Center Stage

Friend – There has been a lot written about citizens turning inward over the past few years – especially in towns and cities in the middle of the country where I grew up. But last week’s USGLC Heartland Summit told a very different story: We reached more than 160,000 viewers across our platforms. T…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
September 22, 2021 at 4:07 PM

in today’s Wall Street Journal

Friend – Today, the United States is hosting world leaders, alongside private sector and non-profit leaders, for a Global COVID-19 Summit. I’m pleased to be participating, given USGLC has long voiced the imperative for America and our allies to step up when it comes to a global response as the only…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
September 20, 2021 at 8:24 PM

my message to world leaders this week

Hi Friend – This is a significant week on the global stage given the stakes of the global pandemic.While all eyes are normally on the big speeches from world leaders at the UN General Assembly flying in (and now Zooming in), this year’s virtual COVID-19 Global Summit, hosted on Wednesday by the Unit…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
September 10, 2021 at 6:30 PM

20 years later - reflections from USGLC

Friend – As our nation pauses to mark the 20th anniversary of 9/11, I wanted to reach out to the USGLC community to share a few thoughts.Most of us still remember that day like it was yesterday, when it felt like the world stopped. I was on my way to the White House for a 9:30 a.m. meeting, which o…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
July 7, 2021 at 5:32 PM

🎬 2-minute video

Friend – There’s lots happening on the global stage – and, sadly, it’s not all good news from the global COVID fight to hot spots from Haiti to Ethiopia to Syria.But first, I did want to share one bright spot through our ongoing video series, part of USGLC’s Global Impact Project. It’s the story of…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
June 16, 2021 at 8:57 PM

what’s it worth?

Friend – With the pandemic continuing to spread globally and the Biden-Putin summit on the global stage, the stakes for America couldn’t be higher. That’s why USGLC is launching our most significant campaign effort ever – a platform to tell the story why diplomacy, development, and global health m…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
June 15, 2021 at 4:10 PM

USGLC’s Global Impact Forum starting at 1pm ET -- Join us!

The USGLC’s 2021 Global Impact Forum is starting soon – join us TODAY, June 15th! WATCH HERE LIVE AT 1:00PM ET Already registered? Log in to your Global Impact Forum account just before 1 p.m. ET to access our program kick-off and co…
  USGLC Events · [email protected]
June 10, 2021 at 2:58 PM

following up -- can you join next week’s Global Impact Forum?

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  USGLC Events · [email protected]
June 8, 2021 at 8:02 PM

Leaders from White House, Abbott, Merck, CARE join USGLC's Global Impact Forum

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  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
June 7, 2021 at 3:21 PM

big week ahead on foreign policy

Friend – This next week on foreign policy is shaping up to potentially be the new Administration’s most significant since taking office.  With both President Biden and Vice President Harris wheels up on their first overseas trips, the Administration is sending a clear signal as they engage with our…
  USGLC Events · [email protected]
June 4, 2021 at 5:36 PM

New Speaker Announcement -- America’s Mayors Go Global at GIF2021

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  Jason Gross, USGLC · [email protected]
May 27, 2021 at 6:31 PM

Former NATO Commander James Stavridis to join USGLC’s Global Impact Forum

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  Jason Gross, USGLC · [email protected]
May 21, 2021 at 5:34 PM

Announcing speakers for USGLC’s Global Impact Forum

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  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
May 17, 2021 at 4:54 PM

vaccine diplomacy update

Friend – Did you have the same reaction as I did from last week’s COVID-19 news? On one hand, the CDC announcement that those vaccinated can take off their masks shows the extraordinary progress here in the U.S.In contrast, the heartbreaking news from India, not to mention the escalating COVID-19…
  Jason Gross · [email protected]
May 13, 2021 at 7:10 PM

Re: USGLC's Global Impact Forum

Hi Friend – Last week, we opened registration for this year’s virtual Global Impact Forum. You won’t want to miss the premier conversation with leading stakeholders and policymakers on the critical global issues facing American families and communities.The stakes are high for America’s engagement …
  USGLC Events · [email protected]
May 5, 2021 at 6:04 PM

Early Access - Announcing USGLC's Global Impact Forum

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  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
April 13, 2021 at 8:56 PM

what’s in Biden’s first budget on the global front?

Friend – There’s only one “first budget request” per Administration, so the Biden Administration’s “skinny budget” announcement last Friday was an important marker. Given the dramatically changed world from last year’s budget debates and the rising global challenges from COVID-19, the diplomacy an…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
March 17, 2021 at 2:13 PM

something policymakers agree on

Friend – Last week, the USGLC released an important report in the midst of a polarized Washington, D.C. And lo and behold, we found significant policy agreement in our latest Report on Reports: A Roadmap for U.S. Global Leadership – a review of over 120 reports from think tank and policy organizat…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
January 22, 2021 at 10:38 PM

this week in Washington

Friend – Much has happened in Washington these last few days, and as promised, I wanted to give you some insight into what we are seeing on the foreign policy front during inauguration week – especially given the outsized impact on our health and economic recovery here at home. To start with, Pres…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
January 15, 2021 at 5:39 PM

my op-ed on the U.S. Capitol attack

Friend – Like everyone, my heart broke as I watched tear gas used in the Capitol Rotunda last Wednesday.As our nation reckons with the horrific attack on the U.S. Capitol, I wanted to share with you my latest op-ed in The Hill on why these events matter not just for our own democracy but for Ameri…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
December 4, 2020 at 9:09 PM

oh what a (virtual) night!

Friend – If you told me the USGLC’s 2020 Tribute Celebration on World AIDS Day would reach nearly a quarter of a million Americans nationwide, I would have said that’s crazy! But that is just what happened this past week – virtually and in the midst of a global pandemic – honoring Dr. Anthony Fau…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
November 30, 2020 at 3:48 PM

don’t miss! Join USGLC tomorrow!

  Join the nationwide USGLC community on World AIDS Day to celebrate 25 years of building a better, safer world – together. You won’t want to miss this inspiring program as we honor true heroes making the world a better place. Everyone is welcome! …
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
November 25, 2020 at 9:06 PM

quick thanksgiving message

Join the USGLC community on World AIDS Day to virtually celebrate 25 years of building a better, safer world - together.     REGISTER FOR FREE All proceeds from the 2020 Tribute Celebration will support the Center for U.S…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
November 18, 2020 at 9:09 PM

7 secretaries of state and defense -- you're invited

Friend –   Over a ten-day period, I am having one of the most extraordinary highlights of my career – interviewing 7 Cabinet Secretaries – America’s Secretaries of State and Defense, including Secretary George Shultz who will turn 100 this December! I have had the hon…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
November 11, 2020 at 6:44 PM

my quick take on the election -- part 2

Friend – Before I dive into today’s update, I first want to pause on this Veterans Day to thank and honor our nation’s incredible servicewomen and men. We are a better, stronger, and more prosperous country because of our veterans, and we are lucky to count many as members of the USGLC community. T…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
November 6, 2020 at 9:53 PM

Join UNF, Merck, Pfizer at USGLC Tribute Celebration on World AIDS Day

Join the USGLC community on World AIDS Day to virtually celebrate 25 years of building a better, safer world - together. Everyone is invited! Each year, we bring our community of leaders together to honor the positive, bipartisan change Ame…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
November 5, 2020 at 11:33 PM

my quick take on the election -- part 1

Friend – As we do every cycle, I wanted to share the USGLC’s quick analysis on the connections between the election and America’s role in the world.Given that votes are still being counted in several states on the presidential race, consider this the first “installment” with more to share in the c…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
October 26, 2020 at 10:07 PM

You’re Invited: Nobel Peace Prize Honoree at USGLC Tribute Celebration

Join the USGLC community on World AIDS Day to virtually celebrate 25 years of building a better, safer world - together.   RSVP     RSVP All proceeds from the 2020 Tribute Celebration will support the Center for U.S. Global …
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
October 7, 2020 at 12:53 PM

some good news

Friend – With all the troubling news out there, I wanted to share something good.It’s the latest report from the USGLC with some amazing stories on how America’s businesses, NGOs, foundations, and universities are partnering with the U.S. government and one another to tackle big, global challenges…
  Jason Gross, USGLC · [email protected]
October 1, 2020 at 4:34 PM

What you didn’t hear in the Presidential Debate

Friend – I hope you saw our invitation last week to attend an upcoming virtual conversation: Impact 2020: How America Will Lead in 2021 on Wednesday, October 14, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. ET. If you tuned in to the Presidential Debate this week, you probably noticed …
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
September 29, 2020 at 8:57 PM

Save the Date: USGLC to Honor Dr. Fauci on World AIDS Day

Join USGLC's 2020 Tribute Celebration on December 1st honoring Anthony Fauci, Henrietta Fore, and David Beasley More announcements coming soon! For sponsorship opportunities, contact Melissa Lieberman at [email protected].   …
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
September 24, 2020 at 8:34 PM

Impact 2020: How Will America Lead in 2021?

As the 2020 election enters the home stretch, what is the future of America’s role in the world as we look towards 2021? What are the foreign policy priorities for a second Trump Administration or a Biden Administration and how is the global…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
August 3, 2020 at 2:16 PM

🎬 2 minute must-watch video

Friend – In the midst of such challenging times, I wanted to share not only a great news story to start your week – but one of partnership and progress, straight from America’s heartland. Click to watch this 2-minute powerful video that tells the story of how Food Security = National Security, and…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
July 27, 2020 at 9:53 PM

Madeleine Albright and Stephen Hadley speak out

Friend – I wanted to share this morning’s USA Today op-ed by bipartisan foreign policy luminaries – former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright and Stephen Hadley, National Security Advisor to President George W. Bush.» Read the full piece here in USA TodayWith negotiations now in full swing, they…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
July 23, 2020 at 9:24 PM

our town hall with Secretary Bob Gates

Friend – Much to share today, starting with how deeply saddened I am about our country’s loss of Congressman John Lewis. Our paths crossed on a several occasions over my years in Washington and like all the tributes, I was always inspired by his words and his passion – calling on America to be a b…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
July 10, 2020 at 6:23 PM

my “Book Review” of Secretary Bob Gates new book

Friend –   As we gear up for next week’s USGLC Town Hall with former Secretary Bob Gates, I’ve finished his latest book, Exercise of Power. And based on my read, I couldn’t be more excited for our conversation next Wednesday.   You won’t want to miss our Town Hall – a…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
July 2, 2020 at 3:32 PM

Special invite: Join Secretary Bob Gates for USGLC Town Hall

Friend –   One more quick note before the holiday – I am thrilled to invite you to join me on July 15th at 4PM EDT for a special USGLC Town Hall conversation with former Defense Secretary Bob Gates on his new book Exercise of Power. » RSVP Here for the July 15th Virtual …
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
July 1, 2020 at 8:22 PM

faith leaders speak out on COVID-19 international response

Friend – As Congress departs for the July 4th recess, I wanted to share a quick item. An influential group of faith leaders just sent a powerful message to Congress to support “critical emergency resources” for the international response to COVID-19. This is a timely and powerful statement. The le…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
June 23, 2020 at 10:40 PM

Exclusive Invite: Join Secretary Bob Gates for USGLC Town Hall

Wednesday, July 15, 2020 4:00-5:00pm EDT / 1:00-2:00pm PDT » RSVP for the Virtual Town Hall « As Secretary Bob Gates launches his new book – Exercise of Power – we invite you to join an exclusive conversation with the USGLC community and the former Secreta…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
June 16, 2020 at 4:31 PM

latest from USGLC

Friend – Over the past week, I have been watching citizens in countries across the globe show their solidarity with Americans. While we don’t take policy positions on domestic issues, we certainly remain committed to upholding the values of democracy, justice, and equality abroad and at home. Here…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
May 22, 2020 at 7:11 PM

new poll, Fauci on sleep, Zoom nation

Friend – Before the Memorial Day holiday, I wanted to share a few quick items – some inspiring, some sobering:  We recently commissioned a poll by Morning Consult, and even I was impressed by the overwhelming number of voters who believe America should help other countries fight COVID-19. Details …
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
May 11, 2020 at 2:51 PM

my latest op-ed in USA Today

Friend – I wanted to share with you my latest op-ed in USA Today from this past weekend. Do you remember the television gameshow when contestants had to choose between Door #1 and Door #2? Behind one was the loser prize, like a goat, and the other had the winning prize, like a boat. That’s what ca…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
April 20, 2020 at 9:00 PM

latest COVID-19 update - with Oscar the Grouch, Paul McCartney, Pharrell, and Madeleine’s memoir

Friend – Over these last couple weeks, I’ve been engaged in two fierce advocacy efforts: The first – to get my husband to do his Zoom conference calls in another room 😊 The second, and far more serious – I’ve been working like mad to ensure that in the next round of emergency COVID-19 funding, ou…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
March 29, 2020 at 8:49 PM

weekend update

Friend – Such a tough week, as the health and economic crisis grows. I hope you and your loved ones are safe and healthy. Keep me posted on how you are doing. This week’s GLOBAL GAB covers a lot below – with insights from the recent stimulus package to the latest in the developing world on COVID-…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
March 20, 2020 at 10:02 PM

latest update on COVID-19 global impact

Friend – As part of the USGLC community, I am hoping you and your family are safe and healthy. Since traveling is at a standstill during these unsettling and difficult times, please send me an email and let me know how you are doing. This is the time of year when I am typically on the road, hosti…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
March 13, 2020 at 6:56 PM

coronavirus update

Friend – I want to continue my updates from Washington on the global response to the coronavirus. I hope these updates are useful, and I encourage you to share your insights with me. To start, yesterday I was on Capitol Hill to testify before a key House Appropriations subcommittee that oversees i…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
March 6, 2020 at 9:21 PM

coronavirus

Friend – With the headlines full of information on the coronavirus, I wanted to share a few additional items. From day one, it has been a stark reminder that a deadly virus anywhere is a deadly threat everywhere – a warning that the U.S. response must not only address the current crisis, but also…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
February 10, 2020 at 11:31 PM

My take on the Administration’s global budget priorities

Friend – I hope you saw my update from earlier this morning on the “warning shot” that former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs, Admiral Michael Mullen, sent to Congress ahead of the Administration’s fourth “Budget Day”. With coverage from USA Today to POLITICO to Defense One, he made it clear with his…
  Liz Schrayer, USGLC · [email protected]
February 10, 2020 at 1:42 PM

Warning shot from top brass

Friend – Today is the kickoff to “Budget Season” in Washington as the White House releases their fourth budget proposal – watch for our analysis hitting your inbox later today. The initial press reports overnight confirm what I’ve been expecting – a similar proposal to the last three years with a …