On this episode of Neutral, the United States faces dangerous threats from Russia, China,

North Korea, Iran, terrorists, climate change, and future pandemics.

The greatest peril to the country, however, comes not from abroad but from within, from

none other than ourselves.

The question facing us is whether we are prepared to do what is necessary to save our democracy.

In his new book, The Bill of Obligations, the 10 Habits of Good Citizens, New York Times

bestselling author Richard Haas calls for bold change.

He argues that the very idea of citizenship must be revised and expanded and makes his

case for what he considers obligations for American citizens.

Here to talk about his book, I'm really pleased to welcome my guest and old friend Dr.

Richard Haas.

He is the president of the nonpartisan council and foreign relations and experienced diplomat

and policymaker.

He served in the Pentagon State Department and White House under four presidents, Democrat

and Republican alike.

A recipient of the presidential citizens' medal, the State Department's Distinguished Honor

Award, and the Tipperary International Peace Award, he is the author or editor of 15

other books, including the bestselling, The World A Brief Underduction, a world in

this array and foreign policy begins at home.

Richard, welcome and thank you for joining me on Newt's World.

Thank you Mr. Speaker, it's always good to be with you.

Well first I just want to congratulate you as a fellow author.

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