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2020 National Lawyers Convention

The Law, China, and the Possible New Cold War

November 11, 2020

The rule of law is a cornerstone of American democracy as it is for many other democracies.  China has laws and courts, but there is little to no "rule of law" like that practiced in established democracies.  What does this mean for China as a powerful global actor?  What does it mean for the United States?  If the rule of law operated in China as it does in the United States, would there be less tension in the U.S.-China relationship?  Our panel of experts will address these themes during its discussion.

Featuring:

  • Amb. Richard Haass, President, Council on Foreign Relations; Former Director of Policy Planning, United States Department of State
  • Prof. Julian Ku, Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Faculty Director, International Programs, Maurice A. Deane School of Law, Hofstra University
  • Hon. Mike Rogers, Former Distinguished Fellow, Hudson Institute; Board of Trustees, Center for the Study of the Presidency and Congress; Former United States Representative; Former Chairman, House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence
  • Moderator: Hon. Elizabeth "Lisa" Branch, United States Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
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