THE WHOLE TRUTH
Civil, thoughtful, and enlightening debate on today’s most pressing issues is at the core of World Affairs. This commitment is reflected in the creation of five seasons of “The Whole Truth.” Hosted by David Eisenhower, this program engages experts in meaningful conversations that address important questions. World Affairs takes pride in producing “The Whole Truth” in collaboration with WHYY TV and American Public Television (A.P.T.).
Season 5 / Episode 5
WHAT IS OUR DEMOGRAPHIC DESTINY?
Dr. Darrell Bricker, CEO of Ipsos Public Affairs, and Dr. Zachary Karabell, President of River Twice Research, examine the impact of demographic trends on communities, economies, nations, and the human race.
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The French philosopher Auguste Comte is often quoted as having said, “Demography is destiny.” Even if that is an overstatement, certainly demography is important—to the development of communities, economies, nations, and ultimately the entire human race.
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The United States of America is the most powerful nation on earth. It is arguably the most powerful nation in history. So, to what purposes should that power be put? What is and should be the right and best role for this country in world affairs?
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Are there truly innovative approaches to reform the delivery of healthcare in the United States? Could solutions come from the bottom up, people working on the front lines of clinical care and health administration?
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The Earth is warming. The climate is changing. What should be done? What’s needed? What’s feasible? What’s achievable?
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In the Season 5 premiere, Ambassador and former Assistant Secretary of State for South Asia Robin Raphel, international spokesman Raza Bokhari, and former Ambassador to Pakistan Richard Olson discuss the South Asian conflict.
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This season, topics will include “The United States and Pakistan: Perhaps the World’s Greatest Frenemies”; “Confronting Climate Change: What’s Needed, What’s Feasible, What’s Achievable?”; “American Healthcare at a Crossroads: A Conversation with Dr. Steven Klasko”; “America’s Role in the World”; and “What is Our Demographic Destiny?”.
GET TO KNOW THE HOST
David Eisenhower, grandson of General and President Dwight D. Eisenhower, has made significant contributions to history and academia. His career is marked by significant achievements and roles, including Director at the Institute for Public Service at the Annenberg Public Policy Center, senior research fellow at the University of Pennsylvania’s Annenberg School of Communication, fellow in the International Relations Department at the University, and author of “Eisenhower: At War.”
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