On the evening of the discussion, which was part of the School of Social Sciences and Philsophy Public Autumn Series, Thomas and Jesse examined the choices European countries are being asked to make about their own security, amongst other issues, in light of the doubt the Trump administration has cast over US commitments that have underpinned European defence since 1949. They also explored where things are likely to head in the short to medium term, and what it all means for a small, militarily non-aligned state like Ireland.
The evening was chaired by Professor Constantine Boussalis, Head of the Department of Political Science, and the panel discussion was followed by a wide-ranging Q&A, with questions from the floor.
Our thanks to Jesse and Thomas for a thought-provoking lecture, and to everyone who came along on the night.
The final event takes place on Thursday, 15 October, with sociologist Dr Larissa Meier discussing the changing face of protest in Europe
