Government & Politics ·
SPA hosted U.S. Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) and Republican Rep. David Brat (R-VA) on campus for a discussion that highlighted the lawmakers’ philosophical differences and, more importantly, their areas of common ground.
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On Campus ·
Political scientist David Barker will join the AU School of Public Affairs in August 2017 as the new director of The Center for Congressional and Presidential Studies.
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On Campus ·
SPA’s Center for Congressional and Presidential Studies hosted an event on January 24 to review what the 100 days typically means for a new administration.
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On Campus ·
Under the U.S. Constitution, presidential power is limited and subject to checks and balances. However, over the years, presidents have found ways to break away from limits.
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Research ·
SPA professor James Thurber co-edits a new book on polarization and gridlock.
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Research ·
In Running for Office Jennifer L. Lawless and Richard L. Fox explore young people’s opinions about contemporary politics and their political ambition (or lack of it).
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Government & Politics ·
The Center for Congressional & Presidential Studies at SPA took a giant, and historic, step on the international government policy scene.
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On Campus ·
What can social media and polling tell us about potential voter turnout and election results? Few people know better than Anna Greenberg.
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On Campus ·
Since joining the School of Public Affairs in 1974, James Thurber's impact on governmental research has been profound and far-reaching.
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Achievements ·
McBride, executive in residence at the School of Public Affairs, will be the longest-serving active member.
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