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December 1, 2016
The evolution of university think tanks
In an article on university-affiliated policy centers, the Baker Institute is described as a "successful, high-profile think tank that's essentially financially self-sustaining." "Think tanks that are worth their salt and have an objective reputation will play an even more important role [going forward],” said Ambassador Edward Djerejian, who was interviewed for the piece. Read more at Inside Higher Ed: http://bit.ly/2gEzfSO
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November 2, 2016
Houston journalist missing in Syria for four years
In a story about the 2012 abduction of freelance journalist Austin Tice, Ambassador Edward Djerejian said negotiators and the public must "keep the issue alive both in private and in public." "There are no quick remedies or quick solutions to these issues," he said, adding that he had no internal knowledge of the Tice case. Read more in the Houston Chronicle (subscription required): http://bit.ly/2eoxMgI
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