Foreign Policy: Is it Relevant to Today’s Politics?
A new election season is always an exciting and vibrant time for the people of the world, but especially for
Read MoreThe Electoral College: Does It Matter?
In case you did not notice the past few months, the 2012 Presidential Election is a big deal. The United
Read MorePlay Nice: The Importance of Fair Trade
In a world where the gap between rich and poor keeps growing, fair trade makes a difference. The main purpose
Read MoreEvent: Campaign 2012 Lecture and Debate Watch II
Campaign 2012 October 16, 2012 7:30 PM Bazarsky Lecture Hall – O’Hare Academic Center Salve Regina University Ochre Point Avenue (at
Read MoreOpinion: Where’s the Dialogue on Climate?
Ten days ago, I had the good fortune of moderating a panel at the Association of Opinion Journalists in Orlando,
Read MoreAfghanistan End Game: Event Report
On Wednesday, August 1, the Pell Center and Newport CIV jointly hosted an evening conversation with two prominent experts on
Read MoreStatement on the 40th Anniversary of the Pell Grant
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Newport, RI—To mark the 40th anniversary of the Pell Grant, Dr. Jim Ludes, executive director of the
Read MoreDo Facts Matter? Should they?
Former New York Senator Daniel Patrick Moynihan once famously quipped: “Everyone is entitled to his own opinion, but not his
Read MoreQuick Hits: Faith and Politics; Climate Change; Iranian Nukes
A few quick hits before the weekend and next week’s healthcare conference. Faith and Politics: Demonstrating the principles we discussed
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