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Study Guide: Foreign Policy Magazine: History, Operations, and Recognition

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Foreign Policy Magazine: History, Operations, and Recognition Study Guide

Founding, Mission, and Editorial Philosophy

Foreign Policy magazine was established in 1970 by Samuel P. Huntington and Warren Demian Manshel with the primary goal of offering alternative perspectives on American foreign policy during the Vietnam War.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source confirms that *Foreign Policy* was established in December 1970 by Samuel P. Huntington and Warren Demian Manshel, specifically to provide alternative perspectives on American foreign policy during the Vietnam War era.

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Samuel P. Huntington envisioned *Foreign Policy* as a publication that would be 'scholarly but not serious, glib but not lively.'

Answer: False

Explanation: Samuel P. Huntington's vision for *Foreign Policy* was 'serious but not scholarly, lively but not glib,' aiming for a balance between academic rigor and engaging readability, which is the opposite of the statement.

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*Foreign Policy* articles are expected to be written in highly technical or 'wonky' jargon to demonstrate specialist research.

Answer: False

Explanation: Submission guidelines for *Foreign Policy* articles emphasize a balance between informed specialist research and general readability, advocating for plain language over overly technical or 'wonky' jargon.

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In 2016, *Foreign Policy* endorsed a political candidate for the first time in its history, supporting Hillary Clinton in the U.S. presidential election.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source confirms that in 2016, *Foreign Policy* endorsed Hillary Clinton, marking the first time in its 50-year history that the magazine had endorsed a political candidate.

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*Foreign Policy* focuses primarily on domestic policy and local current events within the United States.

Answer: False

Explanation: *Foreign Policy* focuses on global affairs, current events, and both domestic and international policy, not primarily on domestic policy and local U.S. events.

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Which of the following best describes *Foreign Policy*?

Answer: An American news publication covering global affairs, current events, and policy.

Explanation: *Foreign Policy* is an American news publication established in 1970 that focuses on global affairs, current events, and both domestic and international policy.

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Who were the founders of *Foreign Policy*?

Answer: Samuel P. Huntington and Warren Demian Manshel

Explanation: *Foreign Policy* was founded by Samuel P. Huntington, a professor at Harvard University, and his friend Warren Demian Manshel.

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When was *Foreign Policy* founded?

Answer: December 1970

Explanation: *Foreign Policy* was founded in December 1970.

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What was Samuel P. Huntington's vision for the magazine's style?

Answer: Serious but not scholarly, lively but not glib

Explanation: Samuel P. Huntington hoped that *Foreign Policy* would be 'serious but not scholarly, lively but not glib,' aiming for a balance between academic depth and engaging readability.

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What are the submission guidelines for *Foreign Policy* articles regarding style?

Answer: They are expected to strike a balance between informed specialist research and general readability, written in plain language.

Explanation: Submission guidelines for *Foreign Policy* articles emphasize striking a balance between informed specialist research and general readability, advocating for plain language over overly technical jargon.

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What notable editorial event occurred in *Foreign Policy*'s history in 2016?

Answer: It endorsed a political candidate for the first time in its 50-year history.

Explanation: In 2016, *Foreign Policy* endorsed Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton in the U.S. presidential election, marking the first time in its 50-year history that the magazine had endorsed a political candidate.

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What kind of content does *Foreign Policy* focus on?

Answer: Global affairs, current events, and both domestic and international policy

Explanation: *Foreign Policy* focuses on global affairs, current events, and both domestic and international policy, providing analysis and reporting on these critical topics.

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Corporate History and Evolution

The FP Group, which publishes *Foreign Policy*, is a division of The Washington Post Company, which has always been its name.

Answer: False

Explanation: The FP Group is a division of Graham Holdings Company, which was formerly known as The Washington Post Company. Thus, 'The Washington Post Company' has not always been its name.

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The Carnegie Endowment for International Peace acquired full ownership of *Foreign Policy* in early 1978 after six years of collaborative partnership.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source confirms that the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace acquired full ownership of *Foreign Policy* in early 1978, following a six-year collaborative partnership.

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In 2000, *Foreign Policy* transitioned from a bimonthly magazine to a slim quarterly academic journal.

Answer: False

Explanation: In 2000, *Foreign Policy* transitioned from a slim quarterly academic journal to a bimonthly magazine, which is the reverse of the statement.

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*Foreign Policy* launched international editions exclusively in Europe and Asia in 2000.

Answer: False

Explanation: In 2000, *Foreign Policy* launched international editions across Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and Latin America, not exclusively in Europe and Asia.

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The Washington Post Company purchased *Foreign Policy* in September 2008.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source states that The Washington Post Company purchased *Foreign Policy* in September 2008.

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The expansion of *Foreign Policy* to become the FP Group in 2012 included *Foreign Policy* magazine, ForeignPolicy.com, and FP Events.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source confirms that the expansion to the FP Group in 2012 encompassed *Foreign Policy* magazine, ForeignPolicy.com, and FP Events, signifying a broader operational scope.

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The FP Group launched its events division, known as FP Events, in 2010.

Answer: False

Explanation: The FP Group launched its events division, FP Events, in 2012, not 2010.

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Graham Holdings Company was formerly known as The Washington Post Company.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source confirms that Graham Holdings Company, the current parent company of *Foreign Policy*, was formerly known as The Washington Post Company.

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Which company publishes *Foreign Policy* magazine and ForeignPolicy.com?

Answer: The FP Group, a division of Graham Holdings Company

Explanation: *Foreign Policy* magazine and ForeignPolicy.com are published by The FP Group, which operates as a division of Graham Holdings Company.

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When did the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace acquire *Foreign Policy*?

Answer: Early 1978

Explanation: The Carnegie Endowment for International Peace obtained full ownership of *Foreign Policy* in early 1978.

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How did the format of *Foreign Policy* change in 2000?

Answer: It transitioned from a slim quarterly academic journal to a bimonthly magazine.

Explanation: In 2000, *Foreign Policy* transitioned from a slim quarterly academic journal to a bimonthly magazine.

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When did The Washington Post Company acquire *Foreign Policy*?

Answer: September 2008

Explanation: The Washington Post Company purchased *Foreign Policy* in September 2008.

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What was the significance of the expansion of *Foreign Policy* to become the FP Group in 2012?

Answer: It signified a growth in operational scope, encompassing the magazine, website, and events division.

Explanation: In 2012, *Foreign Policy* expanded to become the FP Group, which encompassed *Foreign Policy* magazine, ForeignPolicy.com, and FP Events, marking a growth in its operational scope.

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What is the name of the events division launched by The FP Group?

Answer: FP Events

Explanation: The events division launched by The FP Group is known as FP Events.

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What was the previous name of Graham Holdings Company, the parent company of *Foreign Policy*?

Answer: The Washington Post Company

Explanation: Graham Holdings Company, the current parent company of *Foreign Policy*, was formerly known as The Washington Post Company.

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Publication Details and Operations

Ravi Agrawal is the current editor of *Foreign Policy*, which is based in New York City.

Answer: False

Explanation: While Ravi Agrawal is the editor of *Foreign Policy*, the publication is based in Washington, D.C., not New York City.

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In December 2021, *Foreign Policy*'s total circulation was recorded as 35,000.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source explicitly states that *Foreign Policy*'s total circulation in December 2021 was 35,000.

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The cover of the Summer 2023 issue of *Foreign Policy* magazine features an illustration of a saluting robot.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source explicitly states that the cover of the Summer 2023 issue of *Foreign Policy* magazine features an illustration of a saluting robot.

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The ISSN for *Foreign Policy* is 38481287, which is a unique identifier for periodicals.

Answer: False

Explanation: The ISSN for *Foreign Policy* is 0015-7228. The number 38481287 is its OCLC (Online Computer Library Center) number.

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The print edition of *Foreign Policy* is published quarterly.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source states that the print edition of *Foreign Policy* is published four times annually, which means it is published quarterly.

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*Foreign Policy* provides content daily through its website and app.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source indicates that *Foreign Policy* provides content daily through its website and app, in addition to its quarterly print issues.

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Who is the current editor of *Foreign Policy*?

Answer: Ravi Agrawal

Explanation: Ravi Agrawal serves as the current editor of *Foreign Policy*.

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What was the total circulation of *Foreign Policy* in December 2021?

Answer: 35,000

Explanation: In December 2021, the total circulation for *Foreign Policy* was recorded as 35,000.

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Where is *Foreign Policy* based?

Answer: Washington, D.C.

Explanation: *Foreign Policy* is based in Washington, D.C., the capital city of the United States.

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What is depicted on the cover of the Summer 2023 issue of *Foreign Policy* magazine?

Answer: An illustration of a saluting robot.

Explanation: The cover of the Summer 2023 issue of *Foreign Policy* magazine features an illustration of a saluting robot.

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What is the ISSN for *Foreign Policy*?

Answer: 0015-7228

Explanation: The International Standard Serial Number (ISSN) for *Foreign Policy* is 0015-7228.

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How often is the print edition of *Foreign Policy* published?

Answer: Quarterly

Explanation: The print edition of *Foreign Policy* is published four times annually, meaning it is a quarterly magazine.

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Awards and Recognized Journalism

Since 2003, *Foreign Policy* has won all eight of its National Magazine Award nominations.

Answer: False

Explanation: Since 2003, *Foreign Policy* has been nominated for eight National Magazine Awards but has won six of them, not all eight.

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In 2003, *Foreign Policy* won the National Magazine Award for General Excellence in the category for publications with over 100,000 circulation.

Answer: False

Explanation: In 2003, *Foreign Policy* won the National Magazine Award for Outstanding Achievement and General Excellence in the category for publications with *under* 100,000 circulation.

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The article 'Who Wins in Iraq' earned *Foreign Policy* a Gold Winner Eddie Award in 2007.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source confirms that *Foreign Policy* received a Gold Winner Eddie Award in 2007 for its article 'Who Wins in Iraq'.

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In 2008, Kenneth Rogoff's article 'What America Must Do' received a Silver Editorial Excellence Award from the Eddie Awards.

Answer: False

Explanation: Kenneth Rogoff's article 'What America Must Do' received a Gold Editorial Excellence Award from the Eddie Awards in 2008, not a Silver.

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'Passport,' a blog by *Foreign Policy* editors, received the Media Industry Newsletter's 'Best of the Web' Award in 2008.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source states that the 'Passport' blog, maintained by *Foreign Policy* editors, received the Media Industry Newsletter's 'Best of the Web' Award in 2008.

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ForeignPolicy.com was recognized as a top international news site by The New York Times in 2009.

Answer: False

Explanation: In 2009, ForeignPolicy.com was designated as a top international news site by Forbes RealClearWorld, not The New York Times.

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Tom Ricks's column 'The Best Defense' won the Digital National Magazine Award for best blog in 2010.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source confirms that Tom Ricks's column 'The Best Defense' received the Digital National Magazine Award for best blog in 2010.

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In 2011, *Foreign Policy* and its former editor-in-chief, Susan Glasser, were honored with a special citation for the Edward Weintal Prize for Diplomatic Reporting.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source states that *Foreign Policy* and Susan Glasser were honored with a special citation for the Edward Weintal Prize for Diplomatic Reporting in 2011.

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The reported blog 'Turtle Bay' won the Digital National Magazine Award for best reporting in 2011 for its coverage of the European Union.

Answer: False

Explanation: The blog 'Turtle Bay' won the Digital National Magazine Award for best reporting in 2011 for its hard-hitting investigative articles concerning the United Nations, not the European Union.

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In 2012, *Foreign Policy* received an Overseas Press Club award for General Excellence for its print magazine coverage.

Answer: False

Explanation: In 2012, *Foreign Policy* received an Overseas Press Club award for General Excellence for its superior overall international coverage presented on its *website*, not its print magazine.

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*Foreign Policy*'s 'Qaddafi Files' won the National Magazine Award for Multimedia in 2012.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source confirms that *Foreign Policy*'s 'Qaddafi Files' won the National Magazine Award for Multimedia in 2012.

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The 'The Surveillance State' illustration by Oliver Munday received design recognition for *Foreign Policy* in 2014.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source states that *Foreign Policy* received its first design recognition in 2014 for 'The Surveillance State' illustration by Oliver Munday, which was featured in the American Illustration annual award book.

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In 2014, Colum Lynch won the gold medal for the Elizabeth Neuffer Memorial Prize for his reporting on the UNAMID peacekeeping mission.

Answer: False

Explanation: In 2014, Colum Lynch earned the silver medal for the Elizabeth Neuffer Memorial Prize for his series on the UNAMID peacekeeping mission, not the gold medal.

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Tristian McConnell and Christina Larson both received Overseas Press Club awards in 2016 for their international reporting for *Foreign Policy*.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source confirms that Tristian McConnell and Christina Larson both received Overseas Press Club awards in 2016 for their excellence in international reporting for *Foreign Policy*.

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Andrew Quilty's photo series 'The Man on the Operating Table' documented the aftermath of an earthquake in Afghanistan.

Answer: False

Explanation: Andrew Quilty's photo series 'The Man on the Operating Table' documented the devastation following airstrikes on a Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) hospital in Kunduz, Afghanistan, in October 2015, not an earthquake.

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Colum Lynch's award-winning blog 'Turtle Bay' focused on investigative articles about the United Nations.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source indicates that Colum Lynch's award-winning blog 'Turtle Bay' focused on a series of hard-hitting investigative articles concerning the United Nations.

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James Reinl's story 'Crazy Town' was about the economic impact of conflict in Somalia.

Answer: False

Explanation: James Reinl's story 'Crazy Town' was about PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) in Somalia, not the economic impact of conflict.

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Tristian McConnell's 2015 piece 'Close Your Eyes and Pretend to be Dead' detailed the 2013 Nairobi Westgate Mall attack.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source confirms that Tristian McConnell's 2015 piece 'Close Your Eyes and Pretend to be Dead' detailed the deadly 2013 Nairobi Westgate Mall attack.

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Christina Larson's profile 'The Zhao Method' focused on a new diplomatic strategy.

Answer: False

Explanation: Christina Larson's profile 'The Zhao Method' focused on the entrepreneurial strategies of Zhao Bowen, not a new diplomatic strategy.

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Andrew Quilty's photo series 'The Man on the Operating Table' documented the aftermath of a natural disaster in Afghanistan.

Answer: False

Explanation: Andrew Quilty's photo series 'The Man on the Operating Table' documented the destruction following airstrikes on a Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) hospital in Kunduz, Afghanistan, in October 2015, not a natural disaster.

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How many National Magazine Awards has *Foreign Policy* won since 2003?

Answer: Six

Explanation: Since 2003, *Foreign Policy* has won six out of its eight National Magazine Award nominations.

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What award did *Foreign Policy* receive in 2003?

Answer: National Magazine Award for Outstanding Achievement and General Excellence in the under 100,000 circulation category.

Explanation: In 2003, *Foreign Policy* won the National Magazine Award for Outstanding Achievement and General Excellence in the category for publications with under 100,000 circulation.

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Which article earned *Foreign Policy* a Gold Winner Eddie Award in 2007?

Answer: 'Who Wins in Iraq'

Explanation: In 2007, *Foreign Policy* was presented as a Gold Winner by the Eddie Awards for its article 'Who Wins in Iraq'.

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Which blog by *Foreign Policy* editors received a 'Best of the Web' Award in 2008?

Answer: 'Passport'

Explanation: 'Passport,' a blog maintained by the editors of *Foreign Policy*, received the Media Industry Newsletter's 'Best of the Web' Award in 2008.

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What digital recognition did ForeignPolicy.com receive in 2009?

Answer: Designation as a top international news site by Forbes RealClearWorld.

Explanation: In 2009, ForeignPolicy.com was designated as a top international news site by Forbes RealClearWorld.

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What award did Tom Ricks's column 'The Best Defense' receive in 2010?

Answer: Digital National Magazine Award for best blog

Explanation: Tom Ricks's column 'The Best Defense' for *Foreign Policy* received the Digital National Magazine Award for best blog in 2010.

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What special citation was given to *Foreign Policy* and Susan Glasser in 2011?

Answer: The Edward Weintal Prize for Diplomatic Reporting

Explanation: In 2011, *Foreign Policy* and its former editor-in-chief, Susan Glasser, were honored with a special citation for the Edward Weintal Prize for Diplomatic Reporting.

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Which blog won the Digital National Magazine Award for best reporting in 2011 for its United Nations coverage?

Answer: 'Turtle Bay'

Explanation: The reported blog 'Turtle Bay,' authored by journalist Colum Lynch, won the Digital National Magazine Award for best reporting in 2011 for its series of hard-hitting investigative articles concerning the United Nations.

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What award did *Foreign Policy* receive in 2012 for its overall international website coverage?

Answer: Overseas Press Club award for General Excellence

Explanation: In 2012, *Foreign Policy* was honored with an Overseas Press Club award for General Excellence, recognizing its superior overall international coverage presented on its website.

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Which *Foreign Policy* feature won the National Magazine Award for Multimedia in 2012?

Answer: 'Qaddafi Files'

Explanation: *Foreign Policy*'s 'Qaddafi Files' won the National Magazine Award for Multimedia in 2012, acknowledging its innovative use of various media formats.

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What design recognition did *Foreign Policy* receive in 2014 for 'The Surveillance State' illustration?

Answer: Its first design recognition, featured in the American Illustration annual award book.

Explanation: In 2014, *Foreign Policy* received its first design recognition for 'The Surveillance State' illustration by Oliver Munday, which was featured in the American Illustration annual award book (#33).

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Which *Foreign Policy* writer won the gold medal in The United Nations Foundation Prize for print in 2014?

Answer: James Reinl

Explanation: In 2014, James Reinl won the gold medal in The United Nations Foundation Prize for print for his reporting on Somalia and Kenya, including his story 'Crazy Town'.

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What significant photography award did *Foreign Policy* and Andrew Quilty receive in 2016?

Answer: George Polk Award in photography

Explanation: In 2016, *Foreign Policy* and photographer Andrew Quilty were awarded the George Polk Award in photography for their three-part photo series titled 'The Man on the Operating Table'.

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What was the subject of Colum Lynch's award-winning reporting in 2011 for 'Turtle Bay'?

Answer: Hard-hitting investigative articles concerning the United Nations

Explanation: Colum Lynch's award-winning blog 'Turtle Bay' focused on a series of hard-hitting investigative articles about the United Nations.

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What was the topic of James Reinl's award-winning story 'Crazy Town' in *Foreign Policy*?

Answer: PTSD in Somalia

Explanation: James Reinl's story 'Crazy Town' was about PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) in Somalia, as part of his reporting on Somalia and Kenya.

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What event was detailed in Tristian McConnell's 2015 piece 'Close Your Eyes and Pretend to be Dead'?

Answer: The 2013 Nairobi Westgate Mall attack

Explanation: Tristian McConnell's 2015 piece 'Close Your Eyes and Pretend to be Dead' detailed the deadly attack on Nairobi's Westgate Mall, which occurred in 2013.

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What was the subject of Christina Larson's profile 'The Zhao Method'?

Answer: The entrepreneurial strategies of Zhao Bowen

Explanation: Christina Larson's profile 'The Zhao Method' focused on the entrepreneur Zhao Bowen and was featured in *Foreign Policy*'s September/October 2015 print edition.

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What did Andrew Quilty's photo series 'The Man on the Operating Table' depict?

Answer: The destruction following airstrikes on an MSF hospital in Kunduz, Afghanistan.

Explanation: Andrew Quilty's three-part photo series 'The Man on the Operating Table' depicted the destruction following airstrikes on a Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) hospital in Kunduz, Afghanistan, in October 2015.

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