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Emma Shortis

Emma Shortis is a historian and writer, focused on the history and politics of the United States. She writes regularly for Australian and international outlets and appears regularly on radio and television. She is Director of the Australia Institute’s International & Security Affairs Program.

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  • OPINION

    US voters have rejected Trump's version of America. Is Australia ready to seize the moment?

    America’s embrace of a different kind of politics is a huge strategic opportunity for Australia – not just in our relationship with the United States, but at home as well. The Australian government can now back its words with action and create the new rules-based order that our new world requires.

    International Affairs
    US voters have rejected Trump's version of America. Is Australia ready to seize the moment?
  • WHAT'S NEW

    Shorter America This Week: Races to watch; The Trump effect; Global implications

    In “Shorter America”, Dr Emma Shortis keeps you up-to-date on the United States with news and analysis that you can trust.

    International AffairsShorter America
    Shorter America This Week: Races to watch; The Trump effect; Global implications
  • WHAT'S NEW

    Shorter America This Week: Michigan Matters; Looking to Europe; Political Violence

    In “Shorter America”, Dr Emma Shortis keeps you up-to-date on the United States with news and analysis that you can trust.

    International Affairs
    Shorter America This Week: Michigan Matters; Looking to Europe; Political Violence
  • WHAT'S NEW

    Shorter America This Week: Betting on death; Racist raids; Everything is fine

    In 'Shorter America', Dr Emma Shortis keeps you up-to-date on the United States with news and analysis that you can trust. 

    International Affairs
    Shorter America This Week: Betting on death; Racist raids; Everything is fine
  • WHAT'S NEW

    Shorter America This Week: Things are not normal; Muskism; Good men

    In “Shorter America”, Dr Emma Shortis keeps you up-to-date on the United States with news and analysis that you can trust.

    International Affairs
    Shorter America This Week: Things are not normal; Muskism; Good men
  • WHAT'S NEW

    Shorter America This Week: Oh my god these men (cont.); Rethinking national security; Speaking truth to pain

    It isn’t always easy to keep up with what’s happening in the US. “Shorter America” is a series where Dr Emma Shortis loops you in on what’s going on in America and shares news and analysis that you can trust.

    International Affairs
    Shorter America This Week: Oh my god these men (cont.); Rethinking national security; Speaking truth to pain
  • WHAT'S NEW

    Shorter America This Week: Disrespect and danger; Another selfie; Where are the red lines?

    It isn’t always easy to keep up with what’s happening in the US. “Shorter America” is a series where Dr Emma Shortis loops you in on what’s going on in America and shares news and analysis that you can trust.

    International AffairsShorter America
    Shorter America This Week: Disrespect and danger; Another selfie; Where are the red lines?
  • OPINION

    Saudi Arabia – a moral tale for Australia?

    Spare a thought for Saudi Arabia. Its almost-omnipotent leader Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) notwithstanding, it’s in dire straits — and not just in the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb. Its faith-based security strategy has left it in a diabolical position, with immeasurable consequences for the Middle East as a whole.

    International Affairs
    Saudi Arabia – a moral tale for Australia?
  • WHAT'S NEW

    Shorter America This Week: Anniversaries; Australia and 9/11; From the rubble

    It isn’t always easy to keep up with what’s happening in the US. “Shorter America” is a series where Dr Emma Shortis loops you in on what’s going on in America and shares news and analysis that you can trust.

    International AffairsShorter America
    Shorter America This Week: Anniversaries; Australia and 9/11; From the rubble
  • WHAT'S NEW

    Shorter America This Week: An unhealthy alliance; Our "good friend" Pete; Oh my god these men (cont.)

    It isn’t always easy to keep up with what’s happening in the US. “Shorter America” is a series where Dr Emma Shortis loops you in on what’s going on in America and shares news and analysis that you can trust.

    International AffairsShorter America
    Shorter America This Week: An unhealthy alliance; Our "good friend" Pete; Oh my god these men (cont.)

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