The New Cold Wars: A Recap of David Sanger’s Visit
On December 4, 2024, 3-time Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist David Sanger delivered an incisive presentation entitled "The New Cold Wars" at the University of North Florida, exploring the evolving dynamics of global power. Sanger reflected on the world American leaders anticipated in the 1990s—one where major powers like Russia and China aligned with U.S. values and leadership—that never materialized. Instead, he posited, the next 30 years will be defined by contention, with Moscow and Beijing leading efforts to construct an alternative to the U.S.-led international system. He traced this shift to pivotal moments, including Russia’s annexation of Crimea in 2014