July 19, 2024 In a co-authored July 19 op-ed for The New York Times, director of the Pearson Institute for the Study and Resolution of Global Conflict, Prof. James Robinson lays out potential solutions for American democracy. Center-left parties must also rekindle political egalitarianism, and this cannot be done unless they walk back from the culture wars. It is commendable that the center-left has defended and given voice to some of the most disadvantaged groups in society, including minorities and immigrants. They must also find a way of articulating these ideas in a way that is acceptable to a working-class base. Read the full piece here: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/19/opinion/inequality-democracy-trump-solutions.html Faculty Spotlight James Robinson Institute Director of The Pearson Institute; Reverend Dr. Richard L. Pearson Professor and University Professor; Harris School of Public Policy and Department of Political Science, University of Chicago A prominent political scientist and economist, James Robinson has conducted influential research in the field of political and economic development and the factors at the root causes of conflict. His work explores the relationship between poverty and society, and he co-authored "Why Nations Fail." Upcoming Events More events Ask Admissions: Policy Analytics Credential Mon., March 10, 2025 | 7:30 PM Preparing for Harris: The UChicago Student Experience Tue., March 11, 2025 | 5:00 PM Get to Know Harris! MACRM and PhD Information Session Thu., March 13, 2025 | 8:30 AM
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