2021 In the News

Eric Patashnik co-wrote this piece on how McConnell may justify GOP votes to convict Trump without appearing to betray the party.

Deborah Gordon provides commentary in this article, stating, "It would be a mistake to think oil demand won't rise again...A rebound would help stoke consumption of carbon intense crudes such as those produced from the oil sands."

This article mentions Emily Oster's research on the transmission of COVID-19 and her current conclusion that opening schools would not accelerate the spread of the virus.

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Stephen Kinzer penned this article on how Biden plans to address American foreign policy during his time in office.

John Friedman provides commentary in this article on offering financial aid to those hit hardest by the pandemic.

In this CTV interview, Prerna Singh discusses the historical importance of Kamala Harris being sworn in as Vice President of the United States.

Costs of War co-director Neta Crawford penned this op-ed stating, "War and militarism undermine democratic norms, institutions, and processes. We've underappreciated the post-9/11 wars' effect on our democratic values."

In this interview, Wendy Schiller discusses how current incumbents of the Republican Party are grappling with maintaining support of Trump.

Mark Blyth provided commentary in this article on how trade will inevitably change as Trump's presidency comes to an end.

Richard Arenberg offered commentary on the future of a divided Senate.

In this article, Richard Boucher offered commentary on Trump and the constitutional powers of Congress.

Richard Arenberg appeared on "Dan Yorke State of Mind" to discuss President Trump's historic second impeachment for abuse of power and obstructing Congress alleging that he was responsible for inciting the mob that stormed the U.S Capitol.

This article cites Emily Oster's K-12 data collection on COVID-19.

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In this article, Richard Arenberg provides commentary on likely areas of bipartisan agreement in a 50-50 senate, including "COVID-19 relief, an infrastructure package and possibly some climate reforms."

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This article cites Emily Oster's national COVID-19 database.

Stephen Kinzer penned this article in The Provincetown Independent stating, "Domestic terrorists follow the example we set abroad. We cannot expect peace at home if we relentlessly promote upheaval in other countries."

Emily Oster offered commentary on pregnant women and the COVID-19 vaccine.

This article includes commentary from Emily Oster on the COVID-19 transmission in schools.

Emily Oster in Chalkbeat, "The fact that the staff rates are growing at a faster rate than the community rates is something we should be paying attention to."

This article references a report by Neta Crawford, co-founder of Brown's Costs of War project.

This article draws on research and data by Emily Oster.

In this interview, Wendy Schiller questions whether the images and videos of extremists rioting at the Capitol will inspire more violence.

Wendy Schiller offered commentary on the role of a lieutenant governor.

This article includes commentary from Emily Oster, who has collected data on coronavirus cases in schools and has argued that reopening schools is safe under many circumstances.

Rich Arenberg appeared in this recorded interview to discuss the US Senate, filibuster and judicial appointments.

Margaret Weir in al Khaleej Today, "The [Gadsden] flag has become a symbol of the right over the past two decades."

In this interview, Wendy Schiller offered commentary on what R.I. Lt. Gov Dan McKee's first focus should be once Gov. Gina Raimondo joins Biden's team.

Neil Thakral provided commentary in this article, citing his co-authored study on the anticipation and use of stimulus checks.

Ashutosh Varshney penned this article stating, "A coup like this would be inconceivable in a parliamentary democracy. Presidential democracies are more vulnerable to coups because the executive and the legislature are independently elected and, if run by different parties, they can be arch rivals at the polity's heart."

Rich Arenberg in Times Union, "As majority leader, Schumer will have two new powers: he'll be able to decide what legislation comes to the floor; during Senate debates, he'll have the right to make the first comments or motions."

Rose McDermott appeared on this podcast segment to talk about invoking the 25th Amendment.

Wendy Schiller offered her condolences after learning about longtime political reporter Bill Rappleye's death, calling him "an original and irreplaceable."

This article includes commentary from Margaret Weir on the Gadsden flag, more commonly identified by it's quote, "Don't tread on me."

In this podcast interview, Emily Oster discusses the National COVID-19 School Response Dashboard that she helped develop.

Emily Oster appeared on this radio segment of "People I (Mostly) Admire" - a podcast from the Freakonomics Radio Network.

Stephen Kinzer penned this column positing that with American democracy pushed to the breaking point, the fate of other formerly free countries could soon be ours.

Wendy Schiller appeared on this Bloomberg radio segment to discuss the events in Washington D.C. on January 6, 2021.

Jori Breslawski penned this article on how the Taliban signed a deal with UNICEF to open 4,000 schools inside its territory.

Wendy Schiller offered commentary on President Donald Trump's phone call to Georgia's secretary of state.

Wendy Schiller offered commentary on questions surrounding R.I. Gov. Gina Raimondo's future and a potential role with the Biden administration.

In this Bloomberg podcast segment, Wendy Schiller discusses the runoff election, contesting the electoral vote, republicans planting doubts with mail in voting, and more.

Emily Oster's national COVID-19 dashboard is cited in this article.

This podcast episode delves into data analyses from Opportunity Insights, an initiative co-founded by John Friedman.

This article provides a debate on "the age of magic money" - or the idea that COVID-19 stimulus checks have altered the economy in a drastic way.

In this article, John Friedman is quoted on the current state of economy/employment saying, "The recovery has been incredibly lopsided. High-income workers have been back to full employment for six months, but the recovery has stalled for low-income workers and we're still missing millions of jobs."