Michael McFaul with Larry Diamond | America Votes, the World Watches: The Midterms and the Global Battle for Democracy

Former U.S. Ambassador to Russia and Stanford political scientist Michael McFaul joins renowned democracy scholar Larry Diamond for a timely conversation on the 2026 midterm elections, America's role in the world, and the growing global struggle between democracy and authoritarianism.

Drawing on decades of experience in diplomacy, foreign policy, and democratic governance, McFaul and Diamond examine how America's elections influence international alliances, embolden or constrain authoritarian powers, and shape the future of democratic institutions worldwide. The discussion explores themes from McFaul's latest book, Autocrats vs. Democrats: China, Russia, America, and the New Global Disorder.

Topics include:

• The 2026 midterm elections and their global implications
• The rise of authoritarianism in Russia, China, and beyond
• America's leadership in defending democracy worldwide
• The future of U.S. foreign policy and international alliances
• The global struggle between democratic and authoritarian systems  

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