The Debates

Global Security and the U.S. Election

The Debate

May 26, 2008

On November 4, 2008, Americans will elect their 44th president. This individual and the policies he or she pursues will have a profound impact on the world and on Canada. The inaugural Munk debate will explore the international stakes and the consequences of the coming U.S. election by bringing together four outstanding minds to debate the resolution.

Pro

Charles Krauthammer

Charles Krauthammer

The most influential commentator in America
Niall Ferguson

Niall Ferguson

The most talented British historian of his genertion

Con

Samantha Power

Samantha Power

One of the world's 100 top scientists and thinkers
Richard Holbrooke

Richard Holbrooke

The architect of the peace accords which ended the war in Bosnia

Debate Results

PRE-DEBATE
PRO: 29%  CON: 71%

POST-DEBATE
PRO: 46%  CON: 54%

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