It's a testament to human progress that a country that nearly blew up the world twice in the 20th century is model for the rest of the world in the 21st century. Germany, the largest economy in Europe, has become a beacon of democracy, stability, and prosperity for the rest of the world. What's going on? How has the country managed to lead on immigration, climate change, and public efforts to reduce the spread of COVID-19? Through face-to-face briefings with German leaders at all levels of government, cultural and historic experience, and lots of amazing ice cream, this course is a once-in-a-life time opportunity to not just learn about a remarkable country but to experience it first-hand.