Susan E. Reed
Cognoscenti contributor
Susan E. Reed is a columnist who has won several awards for her international reporting and her book, "The Diversity Index."
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The Brutal Reality Of Our Child Welfare System
Many Americans have renounced the wrenching practice, declaring, “This is not who we are.” Unfortunately, writes Susan E. Reed, it is very much who we are.
After Singapore Summit, Kim Jong Un Is In Charge
The 34-year-old leader has to decide whether embracing Donald Trump's vision of North Korea would mean losing control of his country.
These Aren’t Just Jewelry — They’re Medals For A Life Well Lived
Brooches can be like medals of honor, writes Susan E. Reed, marking our milestones and telling our life stories.
How The State Department Can Put Its 'Swagger' Into Syria
A no-fly zone would slow everybody down and provide more time for negotiations over how to end the conflict in Syria, writes Susan E. Reed.
Diplomats Who Criticized Tillerson May Soon Regret It
Critics of Tillerson rarely considered the essential question of who would replace him or how his absence might affect U.S. foreign policy, writes Susan E. Reed.
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Students Leading #NeverAgain Can Learn From The Anti-War Activism Of The '60s
Student activists of the #NeverAgain movement must expose the deep penetration of the NRA into America's everyday institutions, writes Susan Reed.
Before We Fully Fund The Military, Congress Should Demand Transparency On Afghanistan
Before Congress ends the defense sequester, writes Susan E. Reed, the public needs to have greater confidence that the military understands the enemy -- especially in Afghanistan.
Davos Economists: U.S. Leads In GDP, But Lags In Happiness And Equity
The statistics in a new World Economic Forum report suggest the American economy is a winner-take-all capitalism that leaves much of the population behind, writes Susan Reed.
Donald Trump's Jerusalem Decision Is A Paper Tiger
Trump is not going to move the U.S. embassy during his term. His announcement is a reckless attempt, writes Susan E. Reed, to gain attention and respect.
Why Tillerson Should Stay
The State Department is a counterpoint to the White House, a beacon of stability and reliability in a quixotic administration, writes Susan E. Reed.