And it is great that people are more aware and concerned about issues like climate change, but it would be even better if they supported their elected representatives not to lose their nerve in negotiatingeffective regulatory instruments in this area.
Negotiating an effective and fair climate agreement offers countries a needed opportunity to practice peace and re-frame international relations along cooperative rather than competitive lines.
Whether the issue is getting a buy in from various departments for a new initiative or managing a new ad campaign, negotiating skills are critical to effective leadership.
The Center believes that the Bush Administration must fully protect in its negotiating positions and in its programmatic investments the option to deploy effective strategic defenses.