Amanda Sloat

Sloat is a professor of practice in the School of Politics, Economics, and Global Affairs at IE University in Madrid, Spain. Previously she served in the Biden Administration as Special Assistant to the President and Senior Director for Europe in the National Security Council.

Recent Articles

The Grief of Discarding Your Frozen Eggs

"There is an emotional toll—in the form of lingering hope and unfulfilled potential—to maintaining frozen eggs."

By Amanda Sloat

What Next for Brexit: Britain Plays the Ultimate Game of ‘Deal or No Deal’

Brexit with a deal. Brexit without a deal. No Brexit. Those are the only possible destinations on the United Kingdom’s torturous journey toward determining its future relationship with the European Union. An extension, election, or...

By Amanda Sloat

How Brexit Could Jeopardize Peace in Northern Ireland

The U.S. was an indispensable partner for peace in Northern Ireland. But as Brexit looms, America's absence is being felt

By Amanda Sloat

Why America Should Pay Attention to Turkey's Election Result

Both Turkey and the U.S. are deeply polarized along identity lines, with leaders who challenge democratic institutions and norms

By Amanda Sloat

Turkey's Elections May Be Imperfect But They Still Matter

The elections might not be fair, but they are free. That means Turkey's opposition could stand a chance

By Amanda Sloat
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