Politics and Government

  • Hearing Aids: The Brain Connection

    April 2012 Perspectives
  • Examining Religion, Earbuds Optional

    As host of Research on Religion, a weekly podcast, Professor Anthony Gill immerses listeners in discussions of religion and society. The show focuses on social science, not theological, aspects of religion. 

    January 2011 Perspectives
  • A Year-long Exploration of Cities

    A year-long series, “Now Urbanism: City-making in the 21st Century and Beyond,” is exploring cities from a humanist perspective, focusing on such issues as social justice, environmental urbanism, and social networks.

    November 2010 Perspectives
  • Obama Adviser's Roller Coaster Ride for Healthcare Reform

    Robert Kocher, '94, discusses the experience of serving as an adviser to President Obama during the crafting of healthcare reform legislation—and why he thinks the legislation is a huge step forward for healthcare in the U.S. 

    September 2010 Perspectives
  • Getting On Board with Washington Bus

    Josh Johnston ('03) and a group of friends founded The Washington Bus as a way to involve young people in politics.

    September 2008 Perspectives