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Richard Arenberg provides commentary in this article, arguing that the filibuster cools the legislative temperature and offers a degree of protection for whichever party is out of power.

John Friedman offered commentary on the effectiveness of targeting stimulus payments to lower-income households.

This article cites the Costs of War report as it relates to U.S. currency spent on the military.

This article cites Stephanie Savell and the Costs of War report, which shows the scope of U.S. counterterrorism operations, including combat operations in the Middle East and across Africa.

This article cites Opportunity Insights: "Though spending rose 7.9% from Jan. 6 to Jan. 19, 2021 compared to the same period a year previous for households making under $46,000, it edged up 0.2% for households making over $78,000..."

John Friedman in the Hannibal Courier-Post, "The fact that we have the ability to analyze this stuff after a few weeks gives us the opportunity to have policy that adapts to circumstances in a way we haven't had before."

Jeff Colgan penned this article on climate security, economic integration, and climate change.

This article includes commentary from, and highlights the research and tracking efforts of, Professor Emily Oster.

This article cites Emily Oster and her COVID-19 dashboard, which has ultimately shown a low virus spread in K-12 schools.

In this interview, Prerna Singh discusses India's COVID-19 lockdown and the path the government took when addressing the pandemic.

This article cites Opportunity Insights and provides commentary from co-doirector John Friedman: "The fact that we have the ability to analyze this stuff after a few weeks gives us the opportunity to have policy that adapts to circumstances in a way we haven't had before."

Stephanie Savell co-created this report and visual representation of post-9/11 operations to convey the broad reach of U.S. government activities to fight what it and partner countries call "terrorism" or "violent extremism."

This article draws on data from Opportunity Insights, co-directed by John Friedman.

Rich Arenberg appears in this episode of South Coast Matters for a discussion centered around remaking democracy functional.

This article includes commentary from Rose McDermott on how we develop our own individual political perspectives.

In this video, John Friedman discusses targeting stimulus payments to lower-income households and how to best support those who are struggling financially due to the pandemic.

Emily Oster provides commentary on a recent study that shows the safety of reopening schools "in a very concrete way."

This feature on Emily Oster delves into her COVID-19 tracking efforts and the research behind opening K-12 schools during the pandemic.

Mark Blyth appears in this podcast segment with Rana Foroohar to discuss, "If there were a real fear of inflation, there wouldn't be such an appetite for long term government debt at what amounts to a negative interest rate."

Emily Oster in The New York Times, "Prioritizing schools is going to mean limiting some of those other activities, and deciding that we want to undertake some of those sacrifices to keep schools open, because we've decided as a society that schools are important relative to other things."

John Friedman in the Washington Post, "Low-income households have suffered by far the biggest economic shock. They need the help the most."

Michael Kennedy provided commentary on the Bernie Sanders "mitten" meme.

This article draws on data by Opportunity Insights, co-directed by John Friedman.

Stephen Kinzer delivered a speech at a protest in Boston in which many gathered at the steps of the Massachusetts State House to ask the Biden administration to halt support of the war in Yemen.

This article draws on the research and tracking efforts of, and includes commentary from, Emily Oster.

Wendy Schiller offered commentary on RI Governor Gina Raimondo's U.S. Senate confirmation hearing.

Richard Arenberg offered commentary on the future of the filibuster.

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

In this article, John Friedman offers commentary on the current socioeconomic situation in America: "We need to be thinking about more than just making up for the last 10 months, in terms of really fixing inequality. This is something that has been a growing problem in this country for 40 years."

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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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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."

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

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