Why is that? The answer is simple...it's because that's who we are. The Phoenix Committee on Foreign Relations is the quintessential forum for open dialogue. That happens to be one of the benefits of membership.
     We want to hear from new and creative thinkers, newsmakers, authors, experts, government officials, diplomats, business people; and we value equally our members' spirited discussions for or against whatever our presenters have to say. We like our members to speak up, and we encourage them to attend meetings particularly if they don't agree (in advance) with the speaker...civilized discussion builds a more resilient society. 
     So we come together for another season of discourse and education...and as believers in the more the merrier, we invite all our members to share the opportunity for membership with friends and colleagues who would enjoy the privileges of being part of PCFR. The newly simplified membership application and our revised, updated Website should assist in the recruitment process.
     I've missed you all this summer, and look forward to seeing you, and the new members you're going to bring with you. Don't disappoint me.