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A UW professor explains why the GOP, even now, just can’t quit Trump
There’s a sense of disbelief that a president could foment a riot at the Capitol to disrupt the peaceful transfer of power, and yet his party remains reluctant to hold him to account. Christopher Parker, professor of political science at the UW, isn’t the least bit surprised.
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Opinion: How long can democracy survive QAnon and its allies?
“Has a bloc of voters emerged that is not only alien to the American system of governance but toxic to it?” writes columnist Thomas B. Edsall. A study by Christopher Parker, professor of political science at the UW, and Rachel Blum of the University of Oklahoma is quoted.
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Impeachment process starts up again (part 2)
James Long, associate professor of political science at the UW, says he thinks it's likely that the Senate will acquit former President Trump, but it depends on the evidence presented over the course of the trial.
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Impeachment process starts up again (part 2)
James Long, associate professor of political science at the UW, talks about why the impeachment trial is unprecedented.
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Impeachment process starts up again (part 1)
James Long, associate professor of political science at the UW, is interviewed about what to expect from the impeachment trial.
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ArtSci Roundup: Monsen Photography Lecture, Meany On Screen: Martha Graham Dance Company, and More
This week at the UW, join Deborah Willis for the Monsen Photography Lecture, attend the 2021 Critical Issues series, and more.
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Opinion: From the election lie to GameStop — how to stop social media algorithms from hurting us
“So what to do about the collateral damage that sometimes occurs when social media amplifies lies and fringe ideas through its use of algorithms? Thus far, the solutions that lawmakers and pundits have advanced are heavy-handed and often centered on the outright ban of innovative technology. They run the risk of making mis/disinformation and conspiracy theories worse,” write the UW’s James Long, associate professor of political science, and Victor Menaldo, professor of political science.
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New nationwide survey shows MAGA supporters’ beliefs about the pandemic, the election and the insurrection
In the wake of the Capitol riot and as the second impeachment trial of former President Trump begins, new data from a study co-authored by Christopher Parker, professor of political science at the UW, reveals the attitudes and beliefs that are growing within the Republican Party.
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ArtSci Roundup: Patty Hayes – The COVID-19 Pandemic and the Impacts of Systemic Racism, Book Launch: Union by Law, and More
This week at the UW, attend a book launch for "Union by Law," the Critical Issues Lecture Series, and more.
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UW books in brief: African American political theory, philosophy and migration, data science for health
Jack Turner, associate professor of political science, and philosophy professor Michael Blake are featured for their notable new books.
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From Spokane to Sundance: Trish Harnetiaux’s ‘You Wouldn’t Understand’ is part of virtual film festival
"You Wouldn’t Understand", a short film by Trish Harnetiaux (BA Drama & Political Science 1997), will be shown at the Sundance Film Festival.
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Many South Asian Americans Tap Into Their Community To Kick-Start Their Political Careers
Fundraising from within their community can help the campaigns of South Asian American candidates get off the ground. But community support doesn’t always guarantee success and can pose a unique set of challenges for newcomers. Jake Grumbach, assistant professor of political science at the UW, is referenced.
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House sends article of impeachment to Senate
James Long, associate professor of political science at the UW, explains how the delay in the impeachment trial in the Senate will benefit both Democrats and Republicans and answers other questions about the impeachment.
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Opinion: Section 230 -- friend, not foe, of free speech
In response to the question of whether Twitter damaged free speech by suspending Donald Trump, the UW's James Long, associate professor of political science, and Victor Menaldo, professor of political science, write "As critics of 'cancel culture' and similar attempts to stifle dissent and debate, as well as experts on liberal democracy and electoral integrity, we offer a simple, if surprising, answer: No."
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Seattle Now: Uniting a divided America won't be easy
We have a new President, and he’s betting big on our ability to work together. The “Seattle Now” podcast digs into the tricky parts of uniting the not-so-United States with Christopher Parker, professor of political science at the UW.