My talk at Belmont Abbey in Charlotte, NC, is touted in local press

Here's what the Charlotte Observer has to say:

Author will speak on global conflict

New York Times best-selling author Thomas P.M. Barnett will present a program on global terrorism, international peacemakers and economic stability in foreign markets at 8 p.m. Oct. 5 in the Student Commons at Belmont Abbey College.Admission is free; reservations are required.

Barnett's program is part of the Father Cuthbert Allen Visiting Speakers Program. He will look at the forecast of global conflict and share his thoughts on the history and strategy of the U.S. military, outlining the unique role that America could and should play in establishing international stability. His presentation will be based on his new best-selling book, "The Pentagon's New Map: War and Peace in the Twenty-First Century."

To make a reservation, call (704) 825-6728.

Here's the link to the page (a bit of a scroll down): http://www.charlotte.com/mld/observer/news/local/states/north_carolina/counties/gaston/12699842.htm