Biden's democracy summit must cast a wide, inclusive net (written by Brian Atwood)
November 23, 2021 The Hill
Brian Atwood penned this article on President Biden's upcoming "Summit for Democracy" slated for early December.
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First poll numbers show a wide-open race for RI governor (commentary by Wendy Schiller)
November 23, 2021 Providence Journal
Wendy Schiller provided commentary in this article stating, "It is typical of candidates in a crowded and tight primary race to release any polling that shows them in a good light, mostly to enhance their fundraising efforts."
Indian PM Narendra Modi to repeal farm laws after year of protests (commentary by Ashutosh Varshney)
November 22, 2021 The Guardian
Ashutosh Varshney provided commentary in this article on Prime Minister Modi's repeal of farm laws in India that have prompted a year of unrest.
US involvement isn’t helping the Cuban opposition (written by Stephen Kinzer)
November 19, 2021 Boston Globe
Stephen Kinzer penned this column on U.S. involvement in Cuba.
Immigration as an engine for reviving the middle class in midsized cities (coauthored by Dany Bahar)
November 19, 2021 Brookings
Dany Bahar coauthored this article citing the positive impact that immigration has on labor force participation.
Where Do All the Bad Ideas Go? (interview with Emily Oster)
November 19, 2021 Freakonomics
In this interview, Emily Oster discusses how she creates studies and what happens to ideas that never make it off the ground.
Inflation concerns loom over Democrats as they debate spending bill (commentary by Richard Arenberg)
November 17, 2021 ABC6
Richard Arenberg offered commentary on how the rise in inflation could complicate the politics on a spending bill.
Stephen Kinzer | 11-16-21 (interview with Stephen Kinzer)
November 16, 2021 WABC Radio
In this interview, Stephen Kinzer discusses the CIA's MK Ultra program with host Frank Morano.
China Urged Republicans to Cancel Taiwan Visit (commentary by Chas Freeman)
November 16, 2021 Foreign Policy
Chas Feeman provided commentary in this article on the escalating tension between China and Taiwan and the United States' role between the two.
After six decades of US foreign aid, our future must be guided by the past (written by Brian Atwood)
November 16, 2021 The Hill
Brian Atwood penned this piece on the success and history behind foreign aid programs in the United States.
The Drugs Fueling Deadly Wars (interview with Peter Andreas)
November 15, 2021 VICE Video
Peter Andreas appeared in this video to discuss the history of war and drugs.
Emily Oster on the Family Firm (interview with Emily Oster)
November 15, 2021 EconTalk
In this podcast episode, Emily Oster argues that running your family life the way you'd run your own business makes for a better family in today's crazy world.
Emily Oster: Why wasn't the US tracking the spread of COVID-19 in schools? (interview with Emily Oster)
November 12, 2021 National Public Radio
In this episode of the TED Radio Hour, Emily Oster describes how she started collecting data nationwide to help parents decide whether to send their children to school during the pandemic.
Schools Change Mask Policies as Children Get Covid-19 Shots (commentary by Emily Oster)
November 11, 2021 Wall Street Journal
Emily Oster provided commentary in this article stating, "After several months, we’ve seen that in-person schooling can be functional."
Surveillance: China With Milken's Lee (interview with Wendy Schiller)
November 9, 2021 Bloomberg
Wendy Schiller is a guest on this podcast episode, where she discusses the current standing of the GOP.
In visit to Brown, Salman Rushdie discusses freedom of speech, literary influences and more
November 8, 2021 News from Brown
This article reflects on the panel discussion and Q&A with Salman Rushdie hosted by the Center for Contemporary South Asia at Watson.
Here’s what parenting expert Emily Oster says about vaccinating your kids against COVID-19 (interview with Emily Oster)
November 5, 2021 Boston Globe
This article features an interview with Emily Oster on vaccinating children, a new "test-to-stay" pilot program in a local school district, and more.
Experts say the first wars over climate are already starting to happen (commentary by Jeff Colgan)
November 4, 2021 The Hill
Jeff Colgan provided commentary in this article stating, "The U.S. is beginning to see climate change as not just a "threat multiplier" or as a single issue, but as altering the whole strategic landscape that the United States faces."
Catching the Last ‘Last Flight’ Out of Afghanistan (Costs of War report cited)
November 3, 2021 Politico
This article references "The Costs of Working with the Americans in Afghanistan" - a paper published by Costs of War in April 2021.
Tone down the rhetoric and play the long game with China (written by Brian Atwood)
November 1, 2021 The Hill
Brian Atwood penned this column exploring how, as the Peoples’ Republic of China steps up its pressure on Taiwan, the debate over U.S. policy heats up as well.
How can we limit destruction from oil pollution in the transition to renewables? (interview with Deborah Gordon)
November 1, 2021 The Big Q
Deborah Gordon appeared in this podcast interview to discuss the environmental risk of fossil fuels.
How data parenting can help you decide on extra-curriculars, make better decisions and talk to your kids about COVID-19 (interview with Emily Oster)
November 1, 2021 CBC Radio
In this interview, Emily Oster says business ideologies can help parents hack their kid's after-school schedule, reach their collective goals and make better decisions.
This is where the first climate wars will break out (commentary by Jeff Colgan)
November 1, 2021 Daily Beast
In this article, Jeff Colgan spoke about the shift among U.S. defense policymakers as they recognize climate change "not just as a ‘threat multiplier’ or as a single issue, but as altering the whole strategic landscape that the United States faces."
Elizabeth Warren on civilian deaths in Afghanistan (Costs of War report cited)
October 27, 2021 C-SPAN
In this video clip, Elizabeth Warren cites the Costs of War report in reference to the number of Afghan civilians, military, and police killed in post-9/11 wars overseas.
5 lessons from business that can make parenting easier (written by Emily Oster)
October 26, 2021 Fast Company
In this piece, Emily Oster shares 5 key insights from her book, The Family Firm: A Data-Driven Guide to Better Decision Making in the Early School Years.
Some colleges are practicing 'affirmative action' for boys, since more girls apply, education experts say. It points to a bigger problem. (commentary by Jayanti Owens)
October 26, 2021 Business Insider
Jayanti Owens offered commentary on the discrepancies between men and women when it comes to college application rates.
1 in 5 gig drivers got unemployment benefits at pandemic peak (Opportunity Insights cited)
October 22, 2021 CNBC
This article cites Opportunity Insights, a project led by John Friedman, in reference to low employment levels as of mid-August 2021 for individuals who make less than $27,000 per year.
Balance of power: ambassador confirmation delay (interview with Wendy Schiller)
October 21, 2021 Bloomberg Radio
Wendy Schiller discusses the delay in appointing ambassadors to serve in the Biden administration.
Can Democrats Design Social Programs that Survive? (interview with Eric Patashnik)
October 20, 2021 Niskanen Center
Eric Patashnik appeared in this podcast to discuss his work on the politics of programs survivability after reforms passed Congress.
The ‘War on Terror’ Accelerates in Africa (written by Stephanie Savell)
October 20, 2021 The American Prospect
Stephanie Savell penned this article which states, "It’s clear that the U.S.-sponsored model of a "war on terror" fuels government repression of its own people and escalates cycles of violence" in reference to the Middle East and Africa.
Senator Ted Cruz wants to create immigration ports of entry in Rhode Island and Massachusetts (commentary by Dany Bahar)
October 20, 2021 Boston Globe
Dany Bahar provided commentary in this article on Ted Cruz's proposal to establish immigration ports of entry in New England.
Colin Powell lent his prestige to make a case for the Iraq war: 'I will always regret it,' he later said (Costs of War report cited)
October 19, 2021 USA Today
This article cites the Costs of War report at the Watson Institute in reference to the number of lives lost and money spent on post-9/11 conflict overseas.
Jim Crow Hindutva (written by Ashutosh Varshney)
October 19, 2021 Indian Express
In this piece, Ashutosh Varshney makes a comparitive analysis between the historical American period known as the Jim Crow South and the current state of Hindu nationalism.
It’s time to focus on treating ‘invisible wounds’ of veterans, advocates say (Costs of War report cited)
October 15, 2021 Military Times
This article cites a Costs of War report on the number of active military and veteran suicides.
Former CVS executive Helena Foulkes announces candidacy for governor of RI (commentary by Wendy Schiller)
October 14, 2021 Providence Journal
In this article, Wendy Schiller provided commentary on Helena Foulkes confirmed candidacy for Governor of Rhode Island: "If she is planning to run from a business perspective, she will have to outmaneuver Dan McKee and Seth Magaziner..."
The Public's Voice: the state of Rhode Island politics in 2021 (interview with Wendy Schiller)
October 13, 2021 The Public's Radio
Wendy Schiller appeared in this segment of The Public's Radio to discuss women in politics - specifically in Rhode Island and the greater New England region.
Democrats Face Bitter Pills To Lower Reconciliation Topline. This May Be Their Best Option. (commentary by Rich Arenberg)
October 12, 2021 Talking Points Memo
Richard Arenberg provided commentary in this article stating, "As long as adjustments made fall within the parameters of the reconciliation instructions in the budget resolution, I don’t think it would present procedural difficulties."
Ending COVID once and for all has to be a global fight (co-authored by Brian Atwood)
October 12, 2021 The Hill
Brian Atwood co-authored this opinion piece on Covid-19 and the inequality to access the vaccine around the world.
‘Good seas, good grids and good wind’: Australia’s tentative first steps towards an offshore wind industry (commentary by Jeff Colgan)
October 12, 2021 The Guardian
Jeff Colgan in The Guardian, "Offshore wind is set to be big business globally as the political fights over locating wind farms on land intensify."
The Family Firm (Emily Oster cited, continuing coverage)
October 8, 2021 Reason
This review covers "The Family Firm," the latest book by Emily Oster.
Everyone wants to catch billionaire lottery fever (Emily Oster cited)
October 8, 2021 Financial Times
This article cites a statement from Emily Oster that the rich and educated “may have a better understanding of the odds” of lotteries.
Democratic Plans Stall in Senate as Party Confronts Power Limits (commentary by Wendy Schiller)
October 7, 2021 Bloomberg Government
Wendy Schiller provided commentary in this article on aspects of the Democratic agenda that have been brought before the Senate: "I think they feel like they get much more bang for the buck from transportation and infrastructure. People driving over potholes are not going to vote for re-election for you."
Surveillance: Near-term risks with Doll (interview with Wendy Schiller)
October 5, 2021 Bloomberg
Wendy Schiller appeared as a guest on this podcast episode.
Massive California oil spill was reported Friday. But nobody told the millions who went to the beaches. (commentary by Deborah Gordon)
October 5, 2021 USA Today
In this article, Deborah Gordon provides commentary on antiquated emergency response systems in the U.S. when it comes to hazardous releases.
In the battle over school mask mandates, Americans will listen to some orders – and not others (written by Jonathan Collins)
October 4, 2021 Washington Post
Jonathan E. Collins penned this column on his research that found Americans are far more likely to comply with orders that come from the president than those that come from governors or mayors.
Money and movements shaping an election to the Rhode Island Senate (written by Michael Kennedy)
October 4, 2021 Uprise RI
This article by Michael Kennedy discusses the upcoming race for the seat of State Senator for Rhode Island District 3.
Let's leave the military out of our polarized politics (written by Brian Atwood)
September 30, 2021 The Hill
Brian Atwood penned this article which states, "The challenge at this juncture seems more related to the external pressures of our polarized politics" in regard to the U.S. military.
Army to investigate spate of suspected suicides by N.Y. base soldiers (Costs of War report cited)
September 30, 2021 Washington Post
This article cites the Costs of War report at Watson in reference to the number of current military service members and veterans who have ended their lives since 2001.
Top US general says war in Afghanistan is 'not over,' despite Biden repeatedly saying it's done (commentary by Cathy Lutz)
September 29, 2021 Business Insider
Cathy Lutz provided commentary in this article on the state of the war in Afghanistan: "This chapter in Afghanistan will not be over even after the last Afghan who remembers a family member who died in the war is dead, or until the last US veteran with a war wound takes her last disability payment somewhere in early 2100."
'Victory is what's at stake': Biden presses Dems to advance agenda (commentary by Richard Arenberg)
September 28, 2021 ABC6
Richard Arenberg in ABC6, "I think most progressive Democrats recognize that at the end of the day, half a loaf is better than none."