Politics & Voting

Colin Woodard, A91, says the divisions have deep historical and cultural roots, but that the differences mask a shared belief in freedom

In the classroom, as in City Hall, former Somerville mayor Joe Curtatone models the art of truly engaging your community

Making up a growing wing of liberals, they split on cultural issues with Black Democratic voters, a political scientist says

Liberal elites want to help the disadvantaged, but not at their own expense, sociologist argues at Center for Expanding Viewpoints in Higher Education event

His campaign drew a surge of new voters, including young people. Will the youth vote help shape the 2026 midterms, too?

Many states are redesigning their flags. Will it change how people feel about their home states?

Political science professor Eitan Hersh will lead the Center for Expanding Viewpoints in Higher Education

Using advocacy to advance oral health, increase access to care, and speak up for patients

Howie Severino, A83, reflects on a career reporting on dictators, rebuilding Filipino journalism, and telling stories across all walks of life

Sociologist Caleb Scoville wins a prestigious Andrew Carnegie fellowship to study the question, part of a larger effort to understand growing political...