Sudan’s government seems to be shifting away from Islamic law. Not everyone supports these moves. Michael Robbins and Lawrence Rubin - August 26, 2020 A survey conducted by Arab Barometer reveals some surprises.
It’s Women’s Equality Day. Here’s how woman suffrage activists cleared the hurdles. Corrine McConnaughy - August 26, 2020 Women’s political resources and organizational skills cemented the necessary partnerships
Another unity government won’t solve Lebanon’s crisis Christiana Parreira - August 20, 2020 Research shows ideologically opposed parties rarely share power well
The politics of D.C. statehood follow a well-worn path. Here’s why. Paul Frymer - July 6, 2020 Race also featured in past statehood debates
How do black people channel their anger about racial injustice? Here’s what we found. Ismail K. White, Brian D. McKenzie, and Antoine J. Banks - June 28, 2020 They’re most likely to look first to protests and black-focused groups, not electoral politics.
Colin Kaepernick is back in the news. Here’s how black athletes can inspire activism. Robert A. Bennett III, Nyron N. Crawford, and Christopher C. Towler - June 25, 2020 Our research found a measurable effect.
June’s rallies for Black transgender lives can change attitudes and policies. Here’s how. Chaya Crowder / Managing Editor - June 25, 2020 My research finds that calling for “intersectional solidarity” does awaken and mobilize allies.
Trump says the Supreme Court would allow a ‘very powerful flag-burning statute.’ He’s wrong. Keith Whittington - June 2, 2020 The Roberts court strongly supports a broad interpretation of free speech.
Where are people less likely to obey coronavirus restrictions? Republican counties. Keena Lipsitz and Grigore Pop-Eleches - May 12, 2020 That’s especially true in counties with lower education levels
Who can convince Americans to follow the science on coronavirus? Religious leaders. Sam Winter-Levy and Bryan Schonfeld - May 7, 2020 They can get people to look beyond partisanship.