Government
Government Department Lacks Scholar Specializing In Middle Eastern Studies
Harvard’s Government Department remains without an expert in the field of Middle Eastern political science.
Panel Discusses Black History
During a panel discussion yesterday, speakers at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government argued that the election of President Obama ...
Low Demand for Gov. Peer Advisers
One semester after the Government Department added a new Peer Concentration Counselor (PCC) program to its advising structure, those involved have reported low response rates from concentrators.
Gerald Steinacher, a visiting fellow at the Center for European Studies, discusses the Red Cross' treatment of Nazi War Criminals after WWII. Steinacher's extensive research will manifest itself in his upcoming book, "Nazis on the Run. How Hitler's Henchman Fled Justice", which is set to hit shelves later this year.
Government, Economics Rank Low in Department Satisfaction
The English Department ranked first in satisfaction among the largest concentrations in the annual exit surveys completed in May.
Liberals vs. the Constitution
To inaugurate the 112th Congress, Republicans reintroduced liberals to something they seem to have long ago forgotten: the Constitution.
Profs, Pundits Honor Huntington
Political pundits and professors gathered at the Kennedy School last night to commemorate one of their most memorable teachers, the late political scientist Samuel P. Huntington, who died almost two years ago of congestive heart failure at age 81.
Oi Talks on Rural Distress in China
Roughly 50 students and professors packed into a small room in CGIS yesterday evening to hear Jean C. Oi, a professor of Chinese politics at Stanford University, speak about the effects of new land distribution policies in rural China.
Harvard Graduate Conference Unites Global Thinkers on Political Theory
The fourth annual Harvard Graduate Conference in Political Theory convened students from across the world to discuss political theory.
Election Recap
Political analyst Bill Kristol (right) and William A. Galston (center) of the Brookings Institute discuss the implications of Tuesday’s elections for American politics.
Obama, Two Years Later
Two years after millions pulled the lever for Obama, voters will return to the polls to cast ballots reflecting their opinions on the first half of the president’s term.
Forum in Sanders Urges Eradication of Poverty
Speaking at the “Bridging the Gap” forum last Saturday night, David Rosenberg likened the relationship between poverty and sub-standard education to the circular debate over which came first—the chicken or the egg?
Website Asks Americans To Love Taxes
While many political pundits continue to emphasize the public’s frustration with taxation, Vanessa S. Williamson—a graduate student in government and social policy—started a website last August to take the conversation in a new direction.
DiDomenico, Bush Debate Mass. Issues
With nearly two weeks remaining until the election for the State Senate seat, Democratic candidate Sal N. DiDomenico and Republican candidate Barbara T. Bush continue to spar over the issues facing Massachusetts.
Professors Predict Tight Race
Four top academics offered contrasting predictions on the outcome of the upcoming midterm elections at a pre-election panel.
Census Reaches Out to Undergraduate Students
College students are among the populations that are most difficult to reach for the census.
Officials and Professors Discuss Preservation of Amazon
Government officials hailing from Acre, Brazil joined two Harvard professors in a discussion last night about practices for developing local communities while preserving the Amazon Rainforest.