Politics

The Economy & The Coronavirus with Mohamed El-Erian and Alan Patricof

The Economy & The Coronavirus with Mohamed El-Erian and Alan Patricof

The Common Good was proud to present a timely and important conference call conversation on the the economy and the coronavirus with Mohamed El-Erian, one of the world's most influential economic thinkers and Chief Economic Advisor to Allianz SE, the parent of PIMCO, and legendary venture capitalist investor Alan Patricof. El-Erian and Patricof discussed a range of relevant economic issues including the possibility of recession in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, the impact of the $2 trillion coronavirus stimulus package, investing in the current economic climate, and the effect of the coronavirus on small businesses, banks and the global landscape.

Politics and the Public Health Response to the Coronavirus Crisis with Congresswoman Donna Shalala

Politics and the Public Health Response to the Coronavirus Crisis with Congresswoman Donna Shalala

The Common Good hosted Congresswoman Donna Shalala (D-FL) for an important conference call conversation on the coronavirus crisis. The longest serving former Secretary of Health and Human Services urged a more vigorous approach to fighting the outbreak. Shalala also offered up specifics on how we must prepare better for future epidemics.

Nouriel Roubini: Global Economic Risks

Nouriel Roubini: Global Economic Risks

The Common Good hosted a special discussion where world-renowned economist Nouriel Roubini discussed a variety of tail risks for the global economy and markets. Including: Brexit, US-China trade and tech tensions, US-Iran relations and the risk of an Oil-Price shock.

The Rise of Lincoln & U.S. Division

The Rise of Lincoln & U.S. Division

The Common Good in co-sponsorship with Cooper Union presented a special conversation with author-journalist-past Presidential advisor, Sidney Blumenthal, and CNN’s John Avlon, on one of the most divisive periods in American history, the unlikely political ascendance of President Abraham Lincoln, and how the historic Lincoln is relevant today.

The Great Hack

The Great Hack

The Common Good hosted a special screening and discussion of the Netflix documentary “The Great Hack” with Q&A following with Directors Karim Amer and Jehane Noujaim, producer Geralyn White Dreyfous, and Brittany Kaiser, whistle-blower formerly at Cambridge Analytica.

Hot Politics

Hot Politics

The Common Good hosted a special discussion with Frank Luntz, and Ari Melber on “Hot Politics”. Both Luntz and Melber have credibility for political insights at opposite ends of the political divide - and also down the middle and offered their insight.

Siege: Trump Under Fire

Siege: Trump Under Fire

The Common Good hosted a special discussion with Michael WolffNew York Times bestselling author and journalist to discuss his book, Siege: Trump Under Fire. He is also the author of the New York Times bestseller Fire and Fury.

2020 Presidential Candidates Series: Governor Steve Bullock

2020 Presidential Candidates Series: Governor Steve Bullock

The Common Good was proud to present a special discussion with presidential candidate Governor Steve Bullock as part of the Presidential Candidates Series

Vicky Ward Investigative Reporter and New York Times bestselling author "Kushner, Inc."

Vicky Ward Investigative Reporter and New York Times bestselling author  "Kushner, Inc."

The Common Good was proud to present a very timely discussion with investigative reporter and New York Times bestselling author Vicky Ward on “Kushner, Inc.” Ward will unpack the story of Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump’s rise to extraordinary power in Trump’s White House…

Political Briefing: "Election 2020: Messaging and Strategy"

Political Briefing: "Election 2020: Messaging and Strategy"

The Common Good was proud to present a very important discussion with Guy Cecil. Chairman, Priorities USA, on “Election 2020: Messaging and Strategy”. What are the issues and messages that moved voters in 2018? What are the powerhouse approaches in 2018…

Rule of Law, Investigations, Testing the New Supremes

Rule of Law, Investigations, Testing the New Supremes

Dr. Laurence Tribe, renowned author and Harvard legal professor, discussed critical legal issues facing the nation: the investigations related to Trump, from Mueller to the House; the new Supreme Court and the consequential cases it is likely to hear; and more…

Economic Perils, Reeling Markets, Fed Action, Tariff Wars

Economic Perils, Reeling Markets, Fed Action, Tariff Wars

The Common Good was proud to present a very important discussion with Byron Wien and Joseph Zidle of Blackstone’s Private Wealth Solutions. Two of Wall Street’s most respected investment advisors will sketch out the economic outlook for 2019 and projections regarding the volatile stock market amid rising risks stemming from tariffs, politics, Fed rates, and global turmoil.

Defending Democracy: John Avlon, Philip Bobbitt, Ian Kahn, Garry Kasparov, and Bret Stephens

Defending Democracy: John Avlon, Philip Bobbitt, Ian Kahn, Garry Kasparov, and Bret Stephens

The Common Good was proud to present a very important discussion with Garry Kasparov, Russian dissident and world chess champion, Bret Stephens, New York Times columnist, John Avlon, author of Washington’s Farewell and CNN anchor, Philip Bobbitt, constitutional law expert at Columbia University, and Ian Khan, who plays George Washington on AMC’s Turn.

"On the Fault Lines: Decision 2018" Midterm Elections Power Panel

"On the Fault Lines: Decision 2018" Midterm Elections Power Panel

The Common Good was proud to present an electrifying evening of predictions on the black swans and dark horses of this year’s election season - “On the Fault Lines: Decision 2018” Midterm Elections Power Panel, co-hosted by Hunter College. America decides ramifications of one of the most consequential elections in a generation.

Water Conference in Paris

Water Conference in Paris

The Common Good was proud to assemble a delegation to join the international Conference on Water in Paris in partnership with the Netanya Academic College with the cooperation of European Leadership Network (ELNET), France-Israel Foundation (FIF), French-American Chamber of Commerce (FACC) and Veolia Environment S.A.

"North Korea: Progress or Stalemate?"

"North Korea: Progress or Stalemate?"

The Common Good was pleased to present a special briefing with Gordon Chang, leading North Korea expert and author. The stakes are high - for the Korean Peninsula, the nations of the far East and the United States.

Why Democracy is Failing to Deliver Economic Growth and How to Fix It: Dambisa Moyo

Why Democracy is Failing to Deliver Economic Growth and How to Fix It: Dambisa Moyo

The Common Good is pleased to present a special discussion with acclaimed economist Dambisa Moyo, generously hosted by Jonathan Barnet, Guggenheim Partners. Dambisa Moyo takes a look at the difficulties in the political arena and new economic challenges and offers solutions to jump-start economic growth by reforms for our democracy. All of this is part of her very provocative new book, Edge of Chaos.