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Should The Supreme Court Have Term Limits?

Podcast
A lot of people are unhappy with the ideological make-up of the Supreme Court. They say it doesn’t reflect the majority of the country. If we had term limits from the beginning, could we have avoided the problems people have with the Court?
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Fixing the Filibuster

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The debate about abolishing the filibuster isn’t going anywhere. Proponents say it forces compromise and consensus, while detractors claim it leads to gridlock and minority rule. But is there a third option?
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Do Americans Want Moderates or Extremists?

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Extremists politicians like Marjorie Taylor Greene receive a disproportionate amount of attention and money. This has led many political actors to believe that extremism is good politics. Our hosts examine a new paper that puts this theory to the test.
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The Long Term Effects Of Infrastructure Investment

Podcast
Infrastructure. It’s one of the hottest topics in politics today. But what does the research say about the effects and politics of infrastructure investment?

Voters and Vaccines: The Politics of Ground Campaigns

Podcast
Whether it’s trying to convince you to vote for a particular candidate or get vaccinated, the identity of the person who knocks on your door may matter. So who are the people who volunteer to do this canvassing? Are they likely to succeed?
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How Much Should We Believe Surveys?

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Many Republicans believe the 2020 election was stolen, or that they support the January 6th insurrection on Capitol Hill, or that they don’t trust the vaccine. Do these responses predict their behavior in the real world? Or just partisan cheerleading?
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Introducing: Entitled

Podcast
The University of Chicago Podcast Network announces the launch of a new show, called "Entitled". Co-hosted by lawyers and UChicago Law School Professors, Claudia Flores and Tom Ginsburg, Entitled explores the the stories around why rights matter.
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Evening Master’s Program Overview

The Evening Master's Program (EMP) at Harris is specifically designed to equip you with the skills to help you make a measurable impact in Chicago and around the world, all while continuing to work at your organization. The final deadline to apply to the class starting in fall 2022 is July 5. Read our blog overview of career outcomes, program breakdown, and the EMP student body.
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Student Profile: Astrid Garcia, MPP Class of 2023

Student profile
“I wanted to shape policy informed by people’s stories to help build a better future.”
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Harris Names 2021 Alumni Award Winners

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Three accomplished alumni of the University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy will be recognized next spring for their leadership and noteworthy contributions in public policy when Harris Public Policy hosts its annual Alumni Awards Dinner.
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Pearson Institute/AP-NORC Poll Finds Most Americans Are Very Concerned About Cyberattacks on U.S Institutions

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There is widespread worry among the American public about cyber-attacks, and majorities view the governments of China (73%) and Russia (72%) as major threats to cybersecurity.