Quoted: Prof. William Howell September 11, 2024 In an article published by POLITICO, prof William Howell was quoted: From an expert: William G. Howell, a University of Chicago political professor, told Playbook, “We learned very little about either candidate’s policies. And we didn’t hear either candidate offer an especially compelling explanation for their most troubling positions and electoral vulnerabilities.” Still, “Trump’s liabilities, exhausting and divisive, were on full display.” Read the Full story here: https://www.politico.com/newsletters/illinois-playbook/2024/09/11/debate-lives-up-to-the-hype-00178604 Faculty Spotlight William Howell Sydney Stein Professor in American Politics William Howell has written widely on separation-of-powers issues and American political institutions, especially the presidency. He currently is working on research projects on Obama's education initiatives, distributive politics, and the normative foundations of executive power. Upcoming Events More events From Vision to Action: Remaking the World Through Social Entrepreneurship Tue., October 15, 2024 | 12:30 PM 1307 E 60th Street Chicago, IL 60637 United States Coffee Chat in Washington, DC Wed., October 16, 2024 | 9:00 AM Simona Cafe 35 N St NE Washington, DC 20002 United States Preparing for Harris: The UChicago Student Experience Wed., October 16, 2024 | 4:30 PM
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