John Bonnell Emerson is an American lawyer and the United States Ambassador to Germany. He was confirmed by the U.S. Senate on August 1, 2013. He was sworn on August 7, 2013. Emerson arrived with his family in Berlin on August 15, 2013.
John Emerson on KCRW
More from KCRW
Immigration activists raise alarms about OC ICE transfers
ImmigrationThe Orange County Sheriff's Department had hundreds of ICE transfers last year, raising concerns from immigrant rights groups who say the actions defy California law.
Judged 24/7 by the world: Social media is worsening youth mental health
NewsTechnology has devastated kids’ abilities to connect and learn. Pew data from 2022 says nearly half of teens were online almost constantly.
Mayor Bass is hopeful that Olympics will push LA to solve homelessness
NewsKaren Bass talks about the efficacy of her signature Inside Safe program, preparing LA for the Olympics, and Measure HLA.
What it was like photographing the 1970s LA rock and roll scene
NewsThe world of 1970s Laurel Canyon is on full display in Ginny Winn’s book, “Grievous Angels, Trout Masks, and American Beauties: 1970s Rock & Roll Photography of Ginny Winn.”
Sonoran white wheat is a stealthy whole grain
NewsSonoran white wheat is core to making flour tortillas. It has resurged in the past decade thanks to its versatility in baked goods, sweet flavor, and white color.
Trump takes no stakes-stance on abortion
PoliticsIs there anything about Trump’s abortion position for Joe Biden to capitalize on? Will Biden’s change of tune on Israel win him more supporters?
Prioritizing happiness in state laws is focus of new committee
PoliticsA committee wants to invest in the happiness of Californias with data-proven ideas. But a multi-billion dollar state budget deficit looms over their efforts.
Plans for Rafah offensive could divide Netanyahu and US Democrats
PoliticsHow will a continued offensive in Gaza affect Democratic support for Israel? Can SCOTUS clear up the lines between censorship and free speech?
LA nonprofit puts banned LGBTQ books in school libraries
NewsThe group Open Books is giving what it calls “LGBTQ+ affirming literature” to public schools, including every elementary campus in the LAUSD.