Category: Political Science
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Janet Donohoe, University of West Georgia – Monuments
On University of West Georgia Week: Debate over monuments in the U.S. is ongoing. Janet Donohoe, professor of philosophy, examines the role monuments play in a society. Dr. Janet Donohoe is the dean of the Honors College and a professor of philosophy in the College of Arts, Culture, and Scientific Inquiry at the University of…
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Michael Mulryan, Christopher Newport University – Moral Education as a Solution to Social Division and Political Polarization
Political polarization isn’t new. Michael Mulryan, associate professor of French and French literature at Christopher Newport University, tells a tale of the past to show similarities to today’s climate. Michael J. Mulryan an Associate Professor of French and French Literature at Christopher Newport University in Newport News, Virginia. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in French…
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Douglas Hicks, Emory University – Politicians and Symbols
On Oxford College of Emory University Week: Symbols send a powerful message in American society. Today on The Academic Minute: Douglas A. Hicks, professor of religion, examines how politicians use these symbols to convey their own messages. Douglas Hicks, noted academic leader, teacher, and author, joined Oxford College as dean in July 2016. From his…
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David Schultz, Hamline University – Baby Boomer Era of Politics Ending
A generational swing could change the outcome of the 2020 election. David Schultz, professor of political science at Hamline University, discusses why. David Schultz is a Hamline University Professor of Political Science who teaches across a wide range of American politics classes including public policy and administration, campaigns and elections, and government ethics. David is…
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Phil Chen, Beloit College – Political Representation
When will the diversity of political leaders catch up with the rest of the country? Phil Chen, assistant professor of political science at Beloit College, explains why representation matters. Philip Chen is assistant professor of Political Science at Beloit College. Philip’s work has appeared in numerous journals in political science and psychology, including Political Behavior,…
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Stephen Underhill, Marshall University – J. Edgar Hoover and the Rhetorical Rise of the F.B.I.
Did Donald Trump inherit a playbook from J. Edgar Hoover? Stephen Underhill, associate professor of communication studies at Marshall University, explores how one led to the other. Stephen M. Underhill is an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication Studies at Marshall University. His interest in rhetoric is grounded in the interplay of history and…
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Shahrzad Goudarzi, New York University – Economic Inequality
On this Student Spotlight during New York University Week: Do Americans care about economic inequality? Shahrzad Goudarzi, doctoral candidate in psychology, looked to find out. Shahrzad Goudarzi is a fifth year doctoral student in New York University’s Department of Psychology. She grew up in Tehran, Iran, and received her B.A. in Psychology from the University of…
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Sean Flynn, Scripps College – Reducing Healthcare Costs
On Scripps College Week: How do we cut the cost of health care in the U.S.? Sean Flynn, professor of economics, has some solutions. Sean Flynn is the author of the best-seller Economics for Dummies, which has now been translated into seven foreign languages, as well as the coauthor along with Campbell McConnell and Stanley…
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Brian Harward, Allegheny College – Congressional Responsiveness to Presidential Unilateralism
On Allegheny College Week: The executive branch and Congress have different ideas of presidential power. Brian Harward, professor and chair of political science, looks into how Congress responds to executive action. Brian M. Harward, Ph.D. is Professor and Robert G. Seddig Chair in Political Science at Allegheny College in Meadville, PA where he has taught…
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Kenneth Ruscio, University of Richmond – The Founders Hoped for the Best and Prepared for the Worst
On Jepson School of Leadership Studies Week: Did our Founding Fathers plan for the best or the worst? Kenneth Ruscio, senior distinguished lecturer of leadership studies, looks into this question. Kenneth Ruscio, is a Senior Distinguished Lecturer in the Jepson School of Leadership Studies at University of Richmond. An expert on democratic theory and public…