Haiti crisis threatens public safety
The international community should support efforts to foster dialogue between Haitian political actors, promote national unity, and address the root causes of the current crisis.
Matthew Slater
Matthew Slater writes about politics and diplomacy. He holds a masters in political science from George Mason University works as a researcher and writer, leveraging his deep knowledge of U.S. political history and institutional dynamics to contribute to public policy discussions.
In his spare time, Matthew mentors young scholars and is an avid supporter of initiatives that promote civic education and engagement among America's youth.
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