The Alexander Hamilton Society

Earlier this month, the University of Michigan Alexander Hamilton Society Chapter traveled to Washington D.C., funded by a grant from the Special Competitive Studies Project - SCSP. During their visit, the students met with staff from Representative Abigail Spanberger's office and visited the SCSP headquarters. The group also explored some D.C. landmarks and toured the Pentagon, Arlington National Cemetery, and the National Portrait Gallery. As an added bonus, our team at AHS headquarters got the opportunity to host and interact with the students before they headed back to Michigan. We’re proud of the opportunities afforded to our students, and it’s encouraging to see so many of them express an interest in the fields from which they can influence U.S. policy one day. #AlexanderHamiltonSociety #SCSP

We are excited to share that the Alexander Hamilton Society at Northeastern University hosted our first speaker event this past week in collaboration with the AHS chapter at Boston University. We were privileged to welcome Christopher Walker, Vice President for Studies and Analysis at the National Endowment for Democracy, for an engaging discussion on "The Global State of Democracy in the 21st Century." Moderated by our Co-President, Rania Kolluri, the event explored critical challenges confronting democratic institutions today and their future trajectory on the global stage. At AHS, we are committed to advancing a deeper understanding of foreign policy, national security, and economic statecraft through informed debate and thoughtful discourse. By joining AHS at Northeastern, you will have the unique opportunity to engage with distinguished experts, contribute to substantive policy discussions, and expand your professional network. We extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who attended and contributed to its success. If you are interested in becoming a member of AHS at Northeastern, please register here: https://lnkd.in/gzPq_-z6

With so much going on in the Middle East, AHS chapters across the country have been busy ensuring thoughtful conversations are happening on their campus. Here are a few of our favorites:  1. On October 1st Elliott Abrams of the Council on Foreign Relations discussed the future of Iran's policy in the Middle East at Liberty University. 2. On October 3rd Maj. Gen Charles Dunlap Jr., U.S.A.F (Ret.) of Duke University School of Law discussed the weaponization of international law in Ukraine and Gaza at the University of Florida. 3. On October 9th Michael Rubin of the American Enterprise Institute discussed Iran's foreign policy and intelligence in the Middle East at Columbia University. 4. On October 21 Steven David of The Johns Hopkins University discussed why Israel needs American support at Princeton University. #AHSChapterEvents #AlexanderHamiltonSociety The Alexander Hamilton Society at Columbia University Alexander Hamilton Society at the University of Florida

Last week, Rachel Hoff, Policy Director at the Ronald Reagan Institute, led a writing workshop for the Alexander Hamilton Society at GW! The session focused on writing skills tailored for internships and jobs in foreign policy. #AlexanderHamiltonSociety #AHSChapterEvents

Wonderful organization supporting the next generation of American leaders and students in international affairs. Grateful for the opportunity to take part in this debate at Ohio State University with Matt Kroenig, whom I greatly respect, moderated by Peter Mansoor, another great patriot.

Last night, the Washington, D.C. Professional Chapter hosted Dr. Victoria Coates, Vice President of the Davis Institute for National Security and Foreign Policy at The Heritage Foundation and Dr. Eyal Hulata, Senior International Fellow at Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) for a private discussion on the state of the Israel-Hamas War one year after October 7th, focusing on the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar and the implications of potential policies under a new American presidential administration. The speakers also examined the global impact of the Israel-Hamas War and provided insight into the historical background of the U.S.-Israel relationship. Molly Tobin, AHS Director of Professional Programs, moderated the conversation. Join an AHS Professional Chapter today! https://lnkd.in/gnMYt7ai #IsraelHamasWar #AHSProfessionalChapters #AlexanderHamiltonSociety

Alexander Hamilton Society programming plays a pivotal role in shaping, through rigorous debate, the intellectual and professional development of future American leaders. Last week, just 18 days ahead of the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, The Ohio State University AHS Chapter hosted a lively debate centered on the foreign policy views of the two leading Presidential candidates. The discussion featured insights from two foreign policy experts, each representing the policy positions of one of the candidates. Matthew Kroenig of Atlantic Council advocated on behalf of President Trump’s policies while Ambassador Derek Mitchell of the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) championed those of Vice President Harris. “I think that not enough light gets shed on foreign policy,” said chapter president John Swartz before the program. “This is a good opportunity for doing that.” We're proud to foster these important conversations that empower students to critically analyze the issues shaping our world today. #ForeignPolicy #Debate #USPresidentialElection #AlexanderHamiltonSociety #TheOhioStateUniversity

Today’s announcement from the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and yesterday’s reporting from the Washington Free Beacon are yet another data point in a growing culture problem at Harvard University. Select Committee Chairman John Moolenaar uncovered documents which show that university administrators, after a July incident involving a physical altercation meant to silence anti-CCP protestors, chose to place the anti-CCP protestors on disciplinary probation, taking no action to address the illegal behavior of the pro-CCP agitator who assaulted the protestors. This is unacceptable. Not only have these students been unjustly targeted for exercising their right to free speech, but Harvard University still does not recognize the underlying threat of CCP influence in higher education. Last month, The Alexander Hamilton Society and The Washington Times Threat Status co-hosted a discussion featuring Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party and Chairwoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC) of the House Education and Workforce Committee on CCP influence in U.S. higher education. The two committees have jointly released a report which revealed that U.S. federal research funding over the last decade has contributed to China’s technological advancements and military modernization. The CCP has been exploiting our open university system for decades. We need our universities, especially storied ones like Harvard, to recognize this. Instead, it has chosen to discipline protestors who, exercising a fundamental right to peaceful protest, are attempting to shine a light on the very influence administrators have chosen to ignore. https://lnkd.in/eiw4TkKE

Yesterday, AHS hosted a virtual book talk featuring Elliott Abrams, Senior Fellow for Middle Eastern Studies at the Council on Foreign Relations, to discuss his new book, "If You Will It: Rebuilding Jewish Peoplehood for the 21st Century.” Molly Tobin, AHS Director of Professional Programs, moderated the discussion which centered on the evolving dynamics within the Jewish diaspora since the October 7th attacks on Israel, the history and current state of U.S.-Israel relations, and how the elimination of Hamas and Hezbollah's leadership has changed the trajectory of operations in the current war. Watch the virtual book talk below! #AHSVirtualBookTalk https://lnkd.in/eytjmd5x 

Last night, Washington, D.C. professional chapter members attended a private dinner with former Staff Director of the Senate Armed Services Committee and retired Marine Corps Major General, Arnold L. Punaro. Over dinner, General Punaro and attendees discussed his latest book, “IF CONFIRMED: An Insider’s View of the National Security Confirmation Process,” which provides readers with an in-depth look at the intricacies, nuances, and shortcomings of the Senate confirmation process. Interested in joining a professional chapter in New York City or Washington, D.C.? Find more information in the comments. #AHSProfessionalChapters