December 2021
The Foreign Service Journal covers foreign affairs from an insider’s perspective, providing thought-provoking articles on international issues, the practice of diplomacy and the U.S. Foreign Service. Including the AFSA News section, The Journal is published monthly (January-February and July-August issues combined) by the American Foreign Service Association.
The December issue focuses on AFSA awards.
We always welcome short, focused letters about FSJ content; please send them to journal@afsa.org.
FOCUS ON AFSA AWARDS
COVER STORY: WHEN THE SOVIET UNION COLLAPSED
The Odd Couple and the End of an Era
Thirty years ago, an improbable U.S.-Soviet partnership took dramatic cooperative security steps to end the Cold War.
Practical Lessons for Today’s Foreign Service
U.S. diplomats in the former USSR had a unique opportunity to better comprehend the world and practice their craft.
FS HERITAGE
Recalling Dec. 11, 1941: When World War II Truly Began
Join this retired FSO and historian on a journey back to the day when the U.S. entered the Second World War.
EDUCATION SUPPLEMENT
Preparing for the SAT and ACT: Why and How You Should Do It
Standardized tests can help you get into the college of your choice, but they are not like ordinary school tests and require preparation far in advance.