The Dissent Channel

In The Dissent Channel, former diplomat Elizabeth Shackelford recounts her firsthand experience in South Sudan and highlights broader issues within U.S. foreign policy, revealing a focus on short-term priorities over long-term strategies. Her story exposes internal struggles within the State Department and underscores concerns about leadership and accountability in American diplomacy. Through her account, she sheds light on the complexities of navigating bureaucratic challenges and the tumultuous history of South Sudan, delivering an urgent message about the current state of U.S. foreign policy.