Northern Ireland, The Troubles and Brexit: How Did We Get Here?

Kimberly Cowell-Meyers and Carolyn Gallaher, professors at American University, join us to discuss the recent violence in Northern Ireland, how the legacy of the Troubles continues to influence current events in the region, and how Brexit has impacted relations among Northern Ireland, the United Kingdom, and Ireland.

The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today.

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