Great Decisions will meet via Zoom on September 14, at 3:30 PM.
Pat Sulouff will lead the discussion of Reading #7, The Philippines and the U.S.
The Philippines has had a special relationship with the United States since the islands were ceded by Spain to the United States after the Spanish-American War at the end of the 19th century. However, since the election of Rodrigo Duterte, the country has pivoted more toward China, and away from the U.S. Duterte has also launched a large-scale war on drugs that many criticize for its brutality. What does the future hold for U.S. relations with the Philippines?
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New members are always welcome. For more information please contact Judy DuPre at 223-0276