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John T. Shaw

John T. Shaw

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John T. Shaw: Comfort Ero is tireless in her work to prevent tensions from exploding into international crises

Conflict prevention is not abstract. Rather, it is the practice of identifying tensions and developing...

25.02.2026 10

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John T. Shaw: Two iconic US senators from Illinois demonstrated different dimensions of statesmanship

U.S. senators from Illinois, Democrat Paul Douglas and Republican Everett Dirksen, made consequential contributions to...

28.01.2026 40

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John T. Shaw: Johns Hopkins scholar shows that knowing history is invaluable to statesmanship

A Johns Hopkins scholar believes a skillful understanding of history can translate into practical tools...

27.10.2025 10

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John T. Shaw: Congresswomen unite for immigration reform and show us the statesmanship that’s possible

The Dignity Act of 2025 seeks to strengthen border security and provide immigrants with an...

29.09.2025 10

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John T. Shaw: State Sen. Dale Fowler prioritizes the public good over partisan concerns

Downstate Illinois Sen. Dale Fowler's leadership is rooted in a commitment to service and an...

25.08.2025 10

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John T. Shaw: Philanthropy leader fights fear and envisions a better world

Michelle Morales of Woods Fund Chicago has shown statesmanship by expanding her organization's philanthropic commitment.

30.07.2025 20

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John T. Shaw: Wesleyan University’s president stands up for higher education as it’s under assault

The president of Wesleyan University has taken the more honorable route against President Donald Trump's...

30.06.2025 10

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John T. Shaw: A statesman’s formula — statecraft, stagecraft and soulcraft

Veteran statesman Jan Eliasson shows that competent governance is the best antidote to angry populism.

26.05.2025 10

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John T. Shaw: Former Illinois Gov. Jim Edgar exemplifies courage, candor and stewardship

Jim Edgar believed in limited but effective government, but also boosted funds for early childhood...

31.03.2025 10

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John T. Shaw: Danielle Sassoon’s stirring act of statesmanship sends forth a ‘ripple of hope’

Danielle Sassoon had reasons to quietly go along with the Trump program. But she choose...

24.02.2025 10

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John T. Shaw: University president shows that statesmanship can work wonders in academia

Patricia McGuire, president of Trinity Washington University, thinks big, acts boldly and speaks clearly —...

02.01.2025 10

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