Okinawa and the Future of the U.S.-Japan Security Alliance Jennifer Lind, Assistant Professor in the Department of Government, Dartmouth College and Network for the Future Cohort I participant, discusses the U.S. military presence in Okinawa in an interview published by the National Bureau of Asian Research May 11, 2012.

From Rhetoric to Reality: Foreign-Policy Making under the Democratic Party of Japan, Weston Konishi, Associate Director of Asia-Pacific Studies, Institute for Foreign Policy Analysis, and Network for the Future Cohort II participant, examines the Democratic Party of Japan’s foreign-policy making since 2009.  This report was published by the Institute for Foreign Policy Analysis in April 2012.

Japan PM in U.S. to Turn Page for Alliance Weston Konishi, Associate Director of Asia-Pacific Studies, Institute for Foreign Policy Analysis, and a participant in Cohort II of the U.S.-Japan Network for the Future, was interviewed by Agence France-Presse for an article about Prime Minister Noda’s Washington visit and the agreement on U.S. troop realignment. The article appeared in the Bangkok Post April 30, 2012.

U.S.-Japan Summit Meeting Nicholas Szechenyi is a senior fellow and deputy director of the Japan Chair at the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington, D.C.  He is also a Network for the Future Cohort I participant.  This was published on the CSIS publications page on April 25, 2012.

Op-Ed: North Korea Gets Too Many Second Chances Jennifer Lind is Assistant Professor in the Department of Government, Dartmouth College and a Network for the Future Cohort I participant.  She was interviewed by Neil Conan on his NPR radio show, Talk of the Nation, on April 16, 2012.

Why North Korea Gets Away With It Jennifer Lind is Assistant Professor in the Department of Government, Dartmouth College and a Network for the Future Cohort I participant.  Her article was published in Foreign Affairs on April 12, 2012.

Noda has an SDF moment Jeffery Hornung is an associate professor at the Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies in Honolulu, and Network for the Future Cohort II participant.  His article was published in The Japan Times  on April 7, 2012.

How the F-35 May Hurt U.S.-Japan Ties Jeffery Hornung is an associate professor at the Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies in Honolulu, and Network for the Future Cohort II participant.  His article was published in The Diplomat on April 5, 2012.

Aftermath of the Fukushima Daiichi disaster in Japan Daniel Aldrich, Associate Professor of Political Science at Purdue University and Network for the Future Cohort I participant, was interviewed by Voice of Russia on March 15, 2012.

Building Democracy in Japan Mary Alice Haddad, Associate Professor at Wesleyan University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Cohort I participant, examines the democratic transition in Japan and the road that led to the transformation of the nation’s political culture. The book was published in 2012 by Cambridge University Press.

One Year Later: Rebuilding After the Great Tohoku Earthquake James Gannon, a participant in Cohort I of the U.S.-Japan Network for the Future, was interviewed in PhilanTopic about progress rebuilding in the Tohoku region.  The article was published March 9, 2012.

What Japan Must Do Now by Jeffrey Hornung, U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Cohort II participant and associate professor at the Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies. The article, published in The Diplomat on March 10, 2012, reviews the current state of affairs in Japan one year after the devastating earthquake and emphasizes the importance of political decisions in the wake of disaster.

Fukushima One Year Later  Daniel Aldrich, Associate Professor of Political Science at Purdue University and Network for the Future Cohort I participant, was interviewed by Laura Araki of the National Bureau of Asian Research on March 6, 2012, concerning the lasting impact of the March 11 earthquake in Japan and the continuing recovery efforts. Read the full interview on the National Bureau of Asian Research website.

Japan’s Nuclear Disaster Inspires Civil Society to Act, Engage. Daniel Aldrich, Associate Professor of Political Science at Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Cohort I participant, comments on changes in civil society following the 2011 earthquake and nuclear reactor tragedy in Japan. The article was released on March 1, 2012.

Learning to Share the Stage by Jennifer Lind, assistant professor of government at Dartmouth College and  U.S.- Japan Network for the Future Fellow. Published by The New York Times on February 5, 2012.

Kathryn Ibata-Arens, a participant in Cohort I of the U.S.-Japan Network for the Future, is among the members of a “U.S.-Japan Innovation and Entrepreneurship Council” launched in Tokyo January 25, 2012. The U.S. Department of State and Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry launched the Council as part of the U.S.-Japan Dialogue to Promote Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Job Creation. Read the U.S. Embassy press release here (Japanese here).

Japan Moves Forward: Views from the U.S.-Japan Network for the Future  This publication compiles policy papers from each of the fifteen participants in the inaugural group of the U.S.-Japan Network for the Future.

Japan Chair Platform: Time to Acknowledge the Realignment Impasse by Jeffrey W. Hornung, U.S.- Japan Network for the Future Fellow.

US-Japan Cooperation on the Reform of International Organizations by Philip Lipscy, Assistant Professor of Political Science, Stanford University, and U.S.- Japan Network for the Future Fellow.   This working paper is part of the Japan Center for International Exchange  new study on “An Enhanced Agenda for US-Japan Partnership.”

A New Framework for US-Japan Development Cooperation by James Gannon, Executive Director, JCIE/USA, and U.S.- Japan Network for the Future Fellow.This working paper is part of the Japan Center for International Exchange  new study on “An Enhanced Agenda for US-Japan Partnership.”

Japan’s Sputnik Moment by Dr. Kathryn Ibata-Arens, an associate professor at DePaul University, and U.S.- Japan Network for the Future Fellow.  This paper will be part of a complination of policy papers published and presented at a January 2012 public symposium in Washington, D.C.

“Tepco ‘Deal With Devil’ Signals End to Japan’s Postwar Era” New commentary by Daniel Aldrich, Associate Professor, Purdue University, U.S. AID Fellow and US-Japan Network for the Future Fellow. Published by Bloomberg News on October 21, 2011.

“Resource Nationalism in the Asia-Pacific: Why Does It Matter?” New commentary by Llewelyn Hughes, Assistant Professor, George Washington University, and US-Japan Network for the Future Fellow. Appears in the  National Bureau of Asian Research (NBR) Energy Security Report, “Asia’s Rising Energy and Resource Nationalism,” published September 2011.

“Neighbors connecting in disasters”. New commentary by Daniel Aldrich, Associate Professor, Purdue University, U.S. AID Fellow and US-Japan Network for the Future Fellow.  Published in The Baltimore Sun on August 26, 2011.

“Make nice with your neighbors: they’re the key to surviving a disaster”.  New commentary by Daniel Aldrich, Associate Professor, Purdue University, U.S. AID Fellow and US-Japan Network for the Future Fellow.  Aired on 89.3  KCPP Southern California Public Radio on August 25, 2011.

“Nuclear Power’s Future in Japan and Abroad: The Fukushima Accident in Social and Political Perspective”.  Commentary by Daniel P. Aldrich, Associate Professor, Purdue University and US-Japan Network for the Future Fellow.  Published in ParisTech Review on August 25, 2011.

“POINT OF VIEW/ Daniel P. Aldrich and Mika Shimizu: Smaller is better — Private and individual philanthropy after the 3/11 disaster.” Commentary by Daniel P. Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science at Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, published in the Asahi Shimbun, August 9, 2011.

Daniel P. Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science at Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow interviewed in “The Future of Nuclear Energy in japan.” by Chris Acheson, published in the National Bureau of Asian Research, August 1, 2011.

“The Role of Communities in Post-Disaster Recovery.” Video commentary by Daniel P. Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science at Purdue University and U.S. – Japan network for the Future Fellow, published by the U.S. Department of State’s Media Hub in Japan, on YouTube, July, 2011.

“After a half century of unwavering support, Japan should become free, says prime minister.” Commentary by Daniel P. Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science at Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, published in WBEZ91.5, July 29, 2011.

“Contribute to renewal not just recovery.” Commentary by Mary Alice Haddad, Associate Professor, Wesleyan University,  Abe Fellow, and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, published in the Asahi Shimbun, July 15, 2011.

Daniel Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science, Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, quoted in  “The Key to Disaster Survival? Friends and Neighbors” by Shankar Vedantam, published in National Public Radio, July 4, 2011.

“Future Fission: Why Japan Won’t Abandon Nuclear Power.” Commentary by Daniel P. Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science at Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, published in Global Asia, June, 2011.

“The Tohoku Disaster: Crisis ‘Windows,’ Complexity, and Social Capital.” Commentary by Daniel P. Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science at Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, published in Items & Issues, The Social Science Research Council, June, 2011.

Daniel Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science, Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, quoted in  “In Japan, a Culture That Promotes Nuclear Dependency” by Martin Fackler and Norimitsu Onishi, published in The New York Times , May 30, 2011.

“A crisis silver lining: Volunteerism, smarter building and open debate.” Commentary by Daniel P. Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science at Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, published in the Asahi Shimbun, May 05, 2011.

Daniel Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science, Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, quoted in ”Disasters strike; Purdue experts have been busy by Eric Weddle,” published in the Journal & Courier Online, April 20, 2011

“Implications of Japan’s nuclear crisis for Korea”, Article by Daniel Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science, Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow and Mi-kyoung Kim, published in the Korea Times, April 17, 2011

Daniel Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science, Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, quoted in  “McDonald’s Wage for Nuclear Job Shows Japan Towns May Fade” by John Brinsley and Aki Ito, published in the Bloomberg Business and Financial News, April 10, 2011

Daniel Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science, Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, quoted in  “Purdue professor shares disaster, nuclear expertise” by Eric Weddle, published in the Journal & Courier Online, April 1, 2011

Daniel Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science, Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, quoted in ”Public Anger Against Nuclear Power Mounts In Japan” by Anthony Kuhn, published in National Public Radio, March 31, 2011

Daniel Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science, Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, interviewed in “Nuclear power shouldn’t be ignored” by Chris Flynn, published in The Exponent Online, March 31, 2011

Daniel P. Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science, Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow interviewed on The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell(Video) published by MSNBC, March 22, 2011.

Daniel Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science, Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, quoted in Fukushima, Indian Point and Fantasy by Peter Applebome, published in the New York Times, March 20, 2011

“With a Mighty Hand: The Japanese government’s influential and manipulative role in commercial nuclear power,” article by Daniel P. Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science, Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, published in The New Republic, March 19, 2011.

“Readiness Mitigates Japan’s Earthquake Aftermath,” Commentary by Mary Alice Haddad, Assistant Professor, Wesleyan University, Abe Fellow, and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, published in the The Hartford Courant, March 19, 2011.

Daniel Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science, Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, quoted in ‘Too Late’ for Some Tsunami Victims to Rebuild in Japan by Michael Wines, published in the New York Times, March 19, 2011.

“Where We Live: Japan, One Week Later: What CT residents are doing and can do to help,” (Audio) Interview by Mary Alice Haddad, Assistant Professor, Wesleyan University, Abe Fellow, and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, published in Your Public Media’s Where We Live, March 18, 2011.

“The Economic Impact of Japan’s Earthquake,” Interview featuring Nicholas Szechenyi, Deputy Director and Fellow, Japan Chair, Center for Strategic and International Studies from The Diane Rehm Show, published by WAMU 88.5. March 16, 2011.

Daniel Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science, Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, interviewed in Japan Disaster Global Impact (Video), published by CNBC, March 15, 2011.

“Purdue Political Science Professor Daniel Aldrich assesses the current state of Japan in the terrible earthquake and tsunami aftermath,” Daniel Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science, Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, interviewed by Denis Prior, WSBT News Radio, March 14, 2011

Daniel Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science, Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, quoted in “Purdue professor weighs in on partial nuclear meltdown in Japan,” by Alisha Yadav, published in the Purdue Exponent, ‎March 14, 2011‎

Daniel Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science, Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, quoted in “Stricken Japan Reactor Just Passed Probe for Next Decade,” by Jason Clenfield and Yuriy Hember, Published in Bloomberg Businessweek, March 14, 2011

Daniel Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science, Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, quoted in “Special Edition of Our World” by SarahWilliams, published in Voice of America Radio, March 14, 2011

Daniel Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science, Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, quoted in “IAEA: No Indication of Nuclear Reactor Meltdown in Japan,” by JulieAnn McKellogg, published in Voice of America, March 14, 2011.

Kathryn Ibata-Arens, Associate Professor, DePaul University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, quoted in “JA Delegation Safe After Massive Temblor,” by Gwen Muranaka, published inRafu Shimpo – Los Angeles Japanese Daily News, March 11, 2011.

“ABC7 talks to Chicago prof in Japan as aftershock hits,” Interview with Kathryn Ibata-Arens, Associate Professor, DePaul University, and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, published by ABC7 News, WLS-TV Chicago, IL, March 11, 2011.

Daniel Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science, Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, Interview, background for Dan McFeely, “Indiana Schools track safety of students in Japan,” Indianapolis Star 11 March 2011

Daniel Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science, Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, interviewed for “Professor: quake like atomic weapons,” by Tiffanie Dismore, published in WLFI 18 News Program, March 11, 2011.

“Preparing for North Korean Collapse,” Commentary by  Jennifer Lind, Assistant Professor, Dartmouth College and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, published in the Asahi Shimbun, December 17, 2010.

“G-20 puts Asia in limelight, but Japan in the dark,” Commentary by Mireya Solis, Assistant Professor, American University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, published in the Asahi Shimbun, December 8, 2010. (Japanese)

“Reinvigorating U.S.-Japan Policy Dialogue and Study,” Report drafted by James Gannon, Executive Director, Japan Center for International Exchange (JCIE/USA) and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, December 2010.

“Can the U.S. and Japan Finally Reconcile Over Hiroshima?” Article by Jennifer Lind, Assistant Professor, Dartmouth College and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, published in the Atlantic, November 12, 2010.

“Last Stop: Yokohama,” Commentary by Nicholas Szechenyi, Deputy Director and Fellow, Office of the Japan Chair at the Center for Strategic and International Studies and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, published online at CSIS, November 2, 2010.

“The Once and Future Kim,” Article by Jennifer Lind, Assistant Professor, Dartmouth College and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, published in Foreign Affairs, October 25, 2010.

“The Power of People: Social Capital and Post-Disaster Recovery,” Article by Daniel P. Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Public Policy, Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, published online at the Global Policy Research Institute.

“A Glimmer of Success,” Article by Matthew D. Marr, Assistant Professor of Sociology, Florida International University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, published in the Miami Herald, October 8, 2010.

“Resolve Okinawa Base Dispute? Yes, You, Kan,” Article by Ken Haig, Assistant Professor of Political Studies, Bard College and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, published in the Asahi Shimbun, September 13, 2010.

“Apology Diplomacy at Hiroshima,” Article by Jennifer Lind, Assistant Professor, Dartmouth College and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, published in the Atlantic, August 13, 2010.

“Symbolic Gestures: Lessons for East Asia from a Compromise on History in America,” Article by Jennifer Lind, Assistant Professor at Dartmouth College and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, published in Global Asia, Summer 2010

“U.S. Nuclear Renaissance or Still Muddling Through?” Article by Daniel P. Aldrich, Assistant Professor of Political Science at Purdue University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, published in the Asahi Shimbun, June 2, 2010.

“Political Turmoil in Japan,” Commentary by Nicholas Szechenyi, Deputy Director and Fellow, Office of the Japan Chair at the Center for Strategic and International Studies and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, published online at CSIS, June 2, 2010

“U.S.-Japan: A Step Closer to Resolving the Impasse over Futenma,” Commentary by Nicholas Szechenyi, Deputy Director and Fellow, Office of the Japan Chair at the Center for Strategic and International Studies and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, published online at CSIS, May 25, 2010

“Virginia’s Lessons for East Asia’s ‘History Problems,’” Article by Jennifer Lind, Assistant Professor at Dartmouth College and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, published in the Asahi Shimbun, May 6, 2010

“A New Era of Japanese Foreign Policy,” Article by Mary Alice Haddad, Assistant Professor of Government at Wesleyan University and U.S.-Japan Network for the Future Fellow, published in the Asahi Shimbun, March 30, 2010