Geopolitical Strategist George Friedman Addresses Reader Queries on Russia & US Intelligence
AUSTIN, TX – November 15, 2025 – Geopolitical forecaster George Friedman, founder and chairman of Geopolitical Futures, recently tackled reader questions concerning Russia’s expansive borders and teh role of US intelligence in combating drug smuggling. Friedman,a New York Times bestselling author of books including THE STORM BEFORE THE CALM and The Next 100 years,addressed the inquiries in a recent post on Geopolitical Futures.
Friedman’s analysis centered on the strategic implications of Russia’s vast geographical reach, noting how its size presents both opportunities and vulnerabilities. He also discussed the complexities of US intelligence gathering related to the illicit drug trade, acknowledging the inherent challenges in monitoring and disrupting global smuggling networks.
A former CEO and chairman of Stratfor, founded in 1996, Friedman has briefed numerous military and government organizations both domestically and internationally. He holds a doctorate in government from Cornell University and a bachelor’s degree from the City College of the City University of New York. His work has been translated into over 20 languages and he frequently appears as an expert on international affairs in major media outlets.
