"Four Threats: The Recurring Crises of American Democracy"
Abstract: Is American democracy in danger of backsliding today? Many assume that it is safe, given the nation’s long-standing Constitution, system of checks and balances, long history of stability, and progress in granting more inclusive and extensive rights over time. Yet an evaluation of American history...
Thesis 101: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know (but Were Afraid to Ask) About Writing a Senior Thesis in the Social Sciences
Want to make your senior thesis process more manageable and less stressful? Want to learn how to apply for summer research and travel funding? Want catered lunches during Wintersession? Then register for this free 3-day thesis-writing workshop for Harvard undergraduates. You'll learn the essentials of formulating a thesis topic, conducting...
"Cutting in Line: The Role of Interest Group Networks in Presidential Appointments"
Abstract: While prior work has shown that interest group opposition to presidential nominees can reduce the likelihood of confirmation and extend the confirmation period, little is known about the mechanism and context of these findings. This paper seeks...
