American Umpire is a documentary produced by Shell Studios in association with WETA, Washington, DC. The film was broadcast on public television stations nationwide in September, 2016.

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American Umpire explores how the United States became the world’s policeman. Then, through a series of outstanding interviews with prominent policy makers, scholars, military leaders, and journalists, it explores possible policy options for the future. American Umpire offers a balanced view and is an alternative to partisan hyperbole of the 24-hour news cycle and social media that paints foreign policy choices in black and white as either irresponsible isolationism or war-mongering engagement.

American Umpire seeks to open up a national discussion about the foreign policy of the United States.