UPCOMING EVENT

Discussion With Colonel Lawrence Wilkerson: "Yemen: A Brutal & Bloody War, US Involvements, & Options"

The Yemen war has entered its fifth year with no end in sight, a staggering human toll, and no convincing results to speak of. Over 100,000 Yemeni children have been killed by Saudi-led bombings, excessive hunger, and lack of basic medical care. Terrorist groups such as AlQaeda in the Arabian Peninsula and ISIS have reemerged stronger in alliance with the Saudi-led coalition.

Why is the United States involved in this war, and what are the long-term repercussions of this war that created the largest humanitarian crisis? What should the U.S. do to avert greater instability in the region and at what cost? Join us for a discussion with Colonel Wilkerson, a seasoned military and political expert who will offer a realistic and balanced explanation of the conflict.

April

DETAILS

Time:
12PM-1:30PM

Location:
1800 K ST. NW
Suite 1124
Washington, DC 20006

Featured Speaker:
Lawrence Wilkerson is a Former Chief of Staff for Secretary of State Colin Powell. He served as Associate Director of the State Department's Policy Planning staff under the directorship of Ambassador Richard N. Haass, where he was responsible for East Asia and the Pacific, political, military and legislative affairs (2001-02). Before serving at the State Department, Wilkerson served in the U.S. Army 31 years. He is currently working as a distinguished adjunct professor of government and public policy at the College of William & Mary.

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