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DESCRIPTION:In November, the international community watched as Americans elected 
 Donald Trump the next President of the free world, leaving many with 
 unanswered questions about what lies ahead for international development. 
 The United States government is currently the biggest foreign aid donor in 
 the world. Washington’s actions also influence how much other governments 
 contribute to global efforts to eliminate poverty, reduce hunger, empower 
 women and local actors, and increase access to education and 
 healthcare.\n\nTrump said little about his stance on international aid 
 throughout his campaign. Republicans have supported foreign aid in the past 
 because it contributes to national security at home, which is also one of 
 Trump’s biggest priorities. However, if his nationalist ideologies and 
 “Make America First” rhetoric are any indicators of future actions, 
 foreign aid — despite representing less than 1% of the national budget 
 — may be on the chopping block.\n\nIf the next administration 
 discontinues or significantly reduces funding, what other options do aid 
 organizations and developing countries have for support of critical 
 projects? What progress has been made, and what hope is there for the 
 world’s most vulnerable people? Dana Hyde, the CEO of the Millennium 
 Challenge Corporation, and Richard Leach, the President and CEO of World 
 Food Program USA, will share insights about major achievements in recent 
 years and shifting priorities for the future.\n\nSPEAKERS\n\nDana 
 Hyde\nChief Executive Director, Millennium Challenge Corporation\n\nRichard 
 Leach\nPresident and CEO, World Food Program USA\n\nMODERATOR:\n\nJane 
 Wales\nCEO, World Affairs and Global Philanthropy Forum; Vice President, 
 The Aspen Institute\n 
 https://www.indybay.org/newsitems/2016/12/15/18794685.php
SUMMARY:US Development Aid: What Does the Next Administration Hold?
LOCATION:World Affairs\n312 Sutter Street, Suite 200\nSan Francisco, CA 94108
URL:https://www.indybay.org/newsitems/2016/12/15/18794685.php
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