Gen Hayden's first interview on national TV following the stroke he had in November 2018. Thanks, @donlemonofficial.bsky.social! WATCH: www.cnn.com/videos/polit...

Great conversation + a great breakfast. All Schar School grads are invited to our Alumni Appreciation Breakfast during homecoming w/ remarks from Mark J. Rozell Register: https://alumni.gmu.edu/s/1564/GID2/16/interior.aspx?sid=1564&pgid=9468&gid=2&cid=23639&ecid=23639&post_id=0

Our director Larry Pfeiffer sat down with George Mason U President Gregory Washington for his ACCESS TO EXCELLENCE podcast to discuss A HOUSE OF DYNAMITE, Netflix's blockbuster film on which he served as a consultant. LISTEN: www.gmu.edu/news/2026-01...

From my column last August.

Challenging Trump requires discretion by incoming Democratic Governor Spanberger - column by our dean Mark J. Rozell https://richmond.com/opinion/column/article_cdd13c98-009d-49f7-9ee2-b6a87191630b.html

Four former Virginia governors discussing challenges for the incoming governor at a @scharschool.bsky.social @georgemasonu.bsky.social event in Richmond.

Check out this unprecedented event featuring four former Virginia governors of both parties on the eve of Abigail Spanberger's historic swearing-in as the commonwealth's first female (and first former CIA!) governor. Friday In-person in Richmond. REGISTER: signup.e2ma.net/signup/20438...

The cover for my book to be released next Spring, along with a terrific blurb from Mark J. Rozell, Dean at George Mason. “Timely and balanced…it did not start with President Trump but has now reached a critical point with potentially lasting effects on the stability of our democratic institutions.”

You should read this “The Noise War How to Fight Disinformation and Find Truth When Everything is Lying to You” JJ Green “Disinformation,” he warned, “is eroding America from within and warping our alliances abroad.”

New podcast episode examines Fairfax County’s economy, housing pressures, and federal cuts. Listen now: schar.gmu.edu/about/policy...

Impending war in America's backyard? Our Hayden Center guests from CIA and George Mason U's Schar School have some ideas. WATCH: youtu.be/EKhMlQ4I1I8?...

Happening now @scharschool.bsky.social @georgemasonu.bsky.social

This #GivingTuesday, help Schar School students access scholarships, research, and hands-on learning. Every gift makes a real difference. Support the Catalyst Fund securemason.gmu.edu/s/1564/GID2/...

The Schar School will be at the Service to Service Fellowship Virtual Recruitment Fair on Dec. 4, 4–6 p.m. ET! Share with anyone considering grad school: app.brazenconnect.com/a/the_volcke...

Proud to share a new @richmond.com op-ed by our Dean @markjrozell.bsky.social on Virginia’s shifting political landscape. Insightful for all who follow state politics

schar.gmu.edu/news/2025-11... @scharschool.bsky.social @georgemasonu.bsky.social

Happening @scharschool.bsky.social now with former governor Terry McAuliffe and former delegate David Ramadan @georgemasonu.bsky.social

Why Virginia senators Kaine and Warner were split on vote to end shutdown

From shrinking attention spans to rising polarization, the media faces new challenges every day. In this week's podcast, David Ramadan, David Rehr, and journalist Mark Halperin dig into how the news covers today’s most divisive political stories. schar.gmu.edu/about/policy...

Five takeaways from Virginia’s general election

Last week, we welcomed John Brennan, Michael Hayden, and Ellen McCarthy for “The Directors: A Conversation on Intelligence and National Security." Read more about this candid discussion on global security and the future of intelligence at the @haydencenter.bsky.social schar.gmu.edu/news/2025-11...

With Virginia’s election less than a week away, Schar School Democracy Lab students reflected on the gubernatorial debate between Winsome Earle-Sears and Abigail Spanberger during their visit to WUSA9 earlier this month. Read more 🔗 schar.gmu.edu/news/2025-10...

Reservists do more than serve—they connect communities & the nation. Hear David Ramadan, Cmdr. Dan Matthews & Cmdr. Sean Purdy discuss how modern tech is reshaping the U.S. Army Reserve. Tune in: schar.gmu.edu/about/policy...

Our new poll with GMU's Schar School asked Virginia voters about Jay Jones's texts musing about shooting Republican speaker of the Virginia House of Delegates. After hearing one text 51% say Jones should drop out, including 26% of Democrats www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/202...

NEW Washington Post-Schar School poll reveals how text message scandal has affected Virginia races. Story with Post greats @schneidergs.bsky.social & Erin Cox www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/202... Full poll results + methods --> www.washingtonpost.com/tablet/2025/...

Freedom of speech lies at the core of democracy—but it’s under pressure in today’s polarized age. David Ramadan talks with Barbara Comstock & @walterolson.bsky.social about defending civil discourse and free expression in our latest episode: schar.gmu.edu/about/policy...

Students, faculty, and diplomats packed the room for “Why Taiwan Matters,” featuring Vice President Mike Pence. “Freedom is not guaranteed,” Pence said. “It endures because freedom-loving people stand without apology for the free people of the world.” 🔗 schar.gmu.edu/news/2025-10...

This month @salimvasenate.bsky.social (BS ’12, MPA ’15) returned to the Schar School to lead a “Build Your Own Bill” workshop, inspiring future policymakers. “The legislative process should belong to the people.” schar.gmu.edu/news/2025-10...

Current Schar School students—this one’s for you! Join us for the Bistro with @theatlantic.com ’s Yoni Appelbaum, author of Stuck, and enjoy light refreshments + great conversation. Register via the link in your email!