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In the News Faculty Comparative Human Development

MSNBC - There's a simple reason Simone Biles seems unbeatable at the Paris Olympics; In Op-ed, Assoc. Prof. Onnie Rogers discusses the difficulty level that sets Biles apart from other competitors

August 7, 2024

In the News Faculty Political Science

Business Standard - Downfall of B'desh's iron lady Hasina marks the culmination of a new nation; Prof. Paul Staniland discusses potential outcomes of Bangladeshi political unrest

August 7, 2024

In the News Faculty Political Science

WTTW - President Joe Biden Has Proposed an Enforceable Ethics Code and Term Limits for the Supreme Court. How Might They Work? Prof. Will Howell discusses possible judicial reforms

August 7, 2024

In the News Faculty Political Science

Vox - Bangladesh’s prime minister just fled the country in a helicopter. Why? Prof. Paul Staniland discusses Bangladeshi policies that have led to unrest

August 7, 2024

In the News Faculty Political Science

CNN - Netanyahu says ‘victory’ over Hamas is in sight. The data tells a different story; Prof. Robert Pape discusses the ineffectiveness of a war against Hamas

August 7, 2024

In the News Faculty Political Science

USA TODAY - Why Kamala Harris chose Tim Walz over Josh Shapiro as her running mate; Prof. Will Howell discusses considerations in picking a running mate

August 7, 2024

In the News Faculty Political Science

NYT - Venezuela's Election Gives a Boost to the Autocrats; In Op-ed, Prof. Michael Albertus discusses the implications and consequences of Maduro's win and continued rule in Venezuela

July 29, 2024

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In the News Faculty Sociology

Newsweek - Donald Trump's Women Problem Has Gotten Worse; Prof. Elisabeth Clemens comments on J.D. Vance's views on "traditional" gender roles for women

July 29, 2024

In the News Faculty Comparative Human Development

Al Jazeera - Kamala Harris shifts tone on Gaza, but advocates say US voters want more; Asst. Prof. Eman Abdelhadi expresses view that the US bears responsibility for Israel's actions towards Palestinians, calling for a commitment to halt killings

July 29, 2024

In the News Faculty Comparative Human Development

CNN - US history-making women's Olympic gymnasts inspiring young hopefuls back home; Assoc. Prof. Onnie Rogers comments on the increased representation in gymnastics "that's starting to allow us to see the talent and breadth of diversity within the sport"

July 29, 2024