Edina Community Education

Join Todd Lefko, expert in interntaional relations, for this important discussion about power in the world today. Joseph Nye defines power as the ability to influence the actions of others. After World War Two, the US and other nations established organizations such as the UN, the World Bank, the WTO, the IMF, the International Criminal Court and others to share decision making and responsibility. We realized that power based upon military action, threats and fear was not a basis of any beneficial approach. This concept is now being challenged, with new technologies, the growth of rebirth of authoritarianism and development of differing civilizational powerbases. We will discuss how these changes will affect the future of the United States and the world. Todd is President of the International Business Development Company, brings 35+ years of experience in international relations, specializing in import-export and new technologies. He has published over 700 articles as a columnist for Rossiske Vesti and is on the editorial board of the Russian Historical Reporter. Todd has taught thousands of students at Minnesota universities and lectured globally, from Russia to China. A founder of Global Volunteers and Chair of East-West Connections, Todd’s academic background includes a BA in History, MA in Public Administration, and studies at Harvard. 

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Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org)

Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date.

Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations.

Email: communityed@edinaschools.org
Phone: (952) 848-3952