CGD in the News
Haiti Cholera Threat Magnified by Aid Failure (Daily Telegraph)
Haiti Still Waiting for Pledged US Aid (Associated Press)
The Associated Press quotes visiting fellow John Simon on delays of U.S. aid to Haiti.
CGD Media Coverage of the Earthquake in Haiti
CGD researchers quickly responded to the earthquake in Haiti by offering their expertise on past, present, and future plans for humanitarian relief and development in Haiti. The media picked-up many ideas put forth by CGD researchers. Media outlets covering CGD experts include: The New York Times, USA Today, AuBC, Bloomberg News, and many more.
Africa at the Treshold (Reuters)
This op-ed originally appeared on Reuters Great Debate.
President Obama’s trip to Ghana highlights one of Africa’s leading success stories—a country that has held five consecutive democratic elections, recently transferring power peacefully to the opposition after it won a razor thin victory.
Africa at the Threshold (Reuters: Great Debate)
Reuters Great Debate published John Simon's op-ed on U.S. policy toward Africa.
Mr. Bush's Push for Peace in Somalia (Washington Post)
The Washington Post published CGD visiting fellow John Simon's letter on Bush vs. Obama policy toward Somalia.
Radio France International Interviews John Simon
Radio France International interviews John Simon on the impact of the financial crisis on Africa.