Illuminating the Arts-Policy Nexus 
Illuminating the Arts-Policy Nexus is a fortnightly series of articles on the role of art in public policymaking. This series invites WPI fellows and project leaders as well as external practitioners to contribute pieces on how artists have led policy change and how policymakers can use creative strategies.
In Every Nation for Itself: Winners and Losers in a G-Zero World, World Policy Institute Senior Fellow Ian Bremmer illustrates a historic shift in the international system and the world economy—and an unprecedented moment of global uncertainty.
Alon Ben-Meir
Senior Fellow, Middle Eastern Studies Project Director
Expertise: Middle East
Alon Ben-Meir - Born in Baghdad, Dr. Ben-Meir has resided in the United States since the late 1960s. Dr. Ben-Meir earned his master's degree in philosophy and doctorate in international relations from Oxford University. The author of numerous books, including the acclaimed The Middle East: Imperatives and Choices, A War We Must Win and The Last Option, Dr. Ben-Meir is a syndicated columnist for United Press International, with articles appearing regularly in U.S. and international newspapers such as the Washington Times, the Chicago Tribune, and the Jerusalem Post. Many periodicals, including Middle East Insight, Mediterranean Quarterly, and Middle East Policy rely on Ben-Meir's expertise for monthly contributions and insights into the Middle Eastern conflict. Dr. Ben-Meir has been sought as an expert by the Today show, CNN, Fox News, and The O'Reilly Factor. For more information on Dr. Ben-Meir, visit www.alonben-meir.com.
Education:
Master's in philosophy, Oxford University
PhD in international relations, Oxford University
Languages:
Arabic (fluent)
Hebrew (fluent)
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