David and Marianna Fisher University Professor of International Relations, Rose McDermott, cited in this column on a recent bill passed in Utah decriminalizing polygamy.

In a panel discussion, Richard Holbroke Associate Professor of Political Science and International and Public Affairs, Jeff Colgan, provides commentary on the oil price war between Saudi Arabia and Russia, and whether an intervention by President Trump will be enough to end the rift.

Joukowsky Family Assistant Professor of Political Science and International and Public Affairs, Robert Blair, provides commentary on inconsistent messaging and trust in government during this pandemic.

In this article, Chair and Professor of Political Science, Wendy J. Schiller, provides commentary on how the pandemic affects President Trump's chances of being elected for a second term.

In this article, William R. Rhodes ’57 Professor of International Economics and Professor of Political Science and International and Public Affairs, Mark Blyth, argues "American policymakers' instinct to protect the big players and let workers take the hit is a key reason why the coronavirus pandemic is a disaster amplifier for the United States."

Chair and Professor of Political Science, Wendy J. Schiller, comments on Governor Raimondo's actions since the diagnosis of Rhode Island's first COVID-19 cases, "[Raimondo] has been open, transparent and accessible about what steps the state is taking, and why."

Chair and Professor of Political Science, Wendy J. Schiller, discusses the recently passed coronavirus stimulus package, potential implications on the economy, and next steps in leadership for President Trump.

The William R. Rhodes ’57 Professor of International Economics and Professor of Political Science and International and Public Affairs Mark Blyth aided in generating signatures from hundreds of academics asking that the European Council of Ministers raise finance for the entire eurozone via a eurobond.

Richard Holbrooke Associate Professor of Political Science and International and Public Affairs Jeff Colgan discusses the oil price war between Saudi Arabia and Russia and the recent oil price drop.

Visiting Professor of the Practice of Political Science and Senior Fellow in International and Public Affairs Richard Arenberg discusses the Democratic nominee for president, bipartisanship and COVID-19.

Professor of Political Science and Professor of International and Public Affairs Wendy Schiller discusses the implications of COVID-19 on the United States government, and what it could mean for the future.

Work by Professor of Political Science Corey Brettschneider is cited in regards to constitutional limits on President Donald Trump's pardon power.

Richard Holbrooke Associate Professor of Political Science and International and Public Affairs, Jeff Colgan, provides insight into the recently declared price war in the global oil market brought on by Saudi Arabia. Colgan explains the repercussions U.S. energy producers may face as a result.

Ahead of 'Super Tuesday,' Chair and Professor of Political Science, Wendy J. Schiller, discusses the South Carolina primary and the path forward for Democrats.

In an opinion piece for Politico Magazine, Professor of Political Science Corey Brettschneider draws on the Constitution and the Framers to argue that President Trump cannot legally pardon Roger Stone.

Chair and Professor of Political Science, Wendy J. Schiller, provided commentary on the shifting balance of power in Washington, "Trump inherited a presidency that was already getting much more powerful than Congress. I don't think the next president is going to want to relinquish that power."

A new report by Opportunity Insights, a research team co-directed by Professor of Economics and International and Public Affairs John Friedman, found that "students who come from middle-class households are underrepresented at highly selective colleges and universities - but that could change if those institutions granted them a boost in the application and admissions process similar to that often given to children of alumni."

Professor and Chair of Political Science Wendy J. Schiller provided commentary on Governor Gina Raimondo's endorsement of Michael Bloomberg in the Democratic primary; Schiller told [the Providence Journal] that Raimondo's endorsement is likely a larger reflection of unease among Democratic governors with more progressive candidates in the primary, particularly Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren."

In the wake of the Iowa Caucus, Professor and Chair of Political Science Wendy J. Schiller commented on the Democratic Party's struggle with technology, "it is stunning how far from technological grace the Democrats have fallen."

Julis-Rabinowitz Professor of Public Policy and Director of Brown's Master of Public Affairs Program Eric Patashnik was quoted on a New York Times opinion piece about the challenges that would await a Democratic president "in a post-Trump political environment."

Senior Fellow in International and Public Affairs and Visiting Professor of the Practice of Political Science Richard Arenberg spoke to WPRI's Dan Yorke about the State of the Union address and President Trump's impeachment.

Chair and Professor of Political Science Wendy J. Schiller and Postdoctoral Research Associate Andrew Engelhardt provided commentary on a New York Times opinion piece discussing the future of the Democratic Party if Bernie Sanders wins the nomination. Both Schiller and Engelhardt noted that, while Sanders generates enthusiasm, it is unclear whether he can win more moderate districts or gain support from black voters.

Chair and Professor of Politcal Science Wendy J. Schiller recently commented on the impetus for a caucus, saying "people connect with each other in person to deliberate about their choice." Schiller also questioned whether speaking through technological means is the same as having an in-person conversation, and "if not, why not just hold a primary instead where Iowans who are out of town can vote absentee?"

Professor of Political Science Corey Brettschneider commented on the parallel between the defense argument offered by lawyer Alan Dershowitz in President Trump's impeachment trial and President Nixon's famous line "when the president does it, that means it is not illegal," calling it an imperfect comparison. "I don't think Trump has an understanding... of the law as a constraint on his behaviour in the way that Nixon did."