John Bolton

John Bolton

Former National Security Advisor | Author of 'The Room Where It Happened'

United States
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Crisis LeadershipExecutive LeadershipInternational Expansion+2 more

John Bolton brings an unparalleled perspective on world events from his decades at the highest levels of American foreign policy.

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John Bolton brings an unparalleled perspective on world events from his decades at the highest levels of American foreign policy. As National Security Advisor from 2018-2019, he championed resolute US foreign and defense policy, overseeing the administration's withdrawal from the 2015 Iran nuclear deal and participating in strategic conversations with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. He also played a crucial role in policy formulation on Russia and China, including strategic arms control issues. As U.

S. Ambassador to the United Nations from 2005-2006, Bolton strongly defended American economic and security interests while leading international coalitions on critical global challenges. He spearheaded efforts with France's ambassador to approve a unanimous Security Council resolution ending the 2006 Hezbollah war on Israel and successfully blocked Venezuelan leader Hugo Chavez's bid to join the Security Council. Throughout his career in the Reagan, Bush Sr.

, and Bush Jr. administrations, Bolton has consistently fought to protect American national interests through his work at the State and Justice Departments. He has since authored "The Room Where It Happened," sharing insights from his White House tenure.

What John Talks About
  • Lessons from Shakespeare on imagination and leadership in diplomacy
  • Strategic decision-making in high-stakes international negotiations
  • Behind-the-scenes perspectives on US foreign policy formation
  • Managing complex relationships with world leaders and adversaries
  • The intersection of literature and real-world leadership challenges
Featured Talk

The power of imagination: Lessons from Shakespeare

TED 2014Nov 201488,559 views
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Crisis Leadership
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2014
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