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Inauguration of Putin, by En.Kremlin.ru

Russia's public diplomacy strategy of disinformation displays not soft power but rather "wicked power," writes Erik Nisbet.

Thank You Tour 2016, by Michael Vadon

Examining Trump's recent controversies to understand the Presidency in the coming months.

USA flag on television

Emily T. Metzgar says the hype around recent changes to U.S. international broadcasting is "misleading and overblown." 

Donald Trump, by Gage Skidmore

What can public diplomacy learn from Trump's playbook?

Israel Flag Omagh, by Kenneth Allen

As evidenced by the Masot case, the distinctions between acceptable and non-acceptable diplomatic practices are blurring.

Medvedev, by En.Kremlin.ru

As digital communications become more emotionally-charged, digital emotional intelligence is crucial.

Peace Love Unity

Omari Faulkner on harnessing the power of diplomacy to unite a divided America.

The President-elect's communication skills leave something to be desired, says Mark Dillen.

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