"We are in an era of nationalized politics where no one is holding back from attacking the other party, even if it means attacking someone who also represents the constituents in the same state as you do," @kpminnesota.bsky.social said to @mprnews.org www.mprnews.org/story/2025/1...

We will host our second Politics in Practice event, hosting our alumnus and former member of the MN House Drew Christensen, on October 30. Learn about Drew's time in the MN House, his current endeavors, and how you can use political science to pursue change & lead. z.umn.edu/PiPDrewChris...

"Not only the norms, but the separation of powers and checks and balances; it's gotten out of whack," says Professor Tim Johnson @trjumn.bsky.social in @startribune.com article on the importance of constitutional guardrails. www.startribune.com/checks-balan...

"Domestic rights advocates very rarely get the boost from the Nobel Peace Prize that they hope for or expect," says Professor Ron Krebs in @nytimes.com article. www.nytimes.com/live/2025/10...

Professor Tim Johnson @trjumn.bsky.social discusses the constitutional and legal guidelines the military is dedicated to following and how that conflicts with deploying federal troops in American cities in @startribune.com article: www.startribune.com/trump-admini...

Prof Ron Krebs says Hegseth "suggested that the admirals and generals located in front of him represented the finest that America has to offer. Simultaneously, ... that the American military is fundamentally broken." Read more in the @startribune.com article www.startribune.com/us-govt-shut...

Professor August Nimtz and Kyle Edwards join Jack McKivigan, the Director of the Frederick Douglass Papers, to explore how Karl Marx and Frederick Douglass understood and responded to the American Civil War as it unfolded. youtu.be/Cd3tT_R0ZmU?...

Professor Jane Sumner joins @mprnews.org to discuss how free speech is being viewed today and its intersection with societal pillars such as politics, academia, and business. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

We will host our inaugural Politics in Practice event, hosting former MN Senator Patricia Torres Ray, on October 9. Learn about Patricia's time in the MN Senate, her current endeavors, and how you can use political science to pursue change & lead. Learn more and RSVP: z.umn.edu/PiPPatriciaTorresRay

Pedro Accorsi @pedroaccorsi.bsky.social (PhD '23) fondly recalls the outstanding committee he worked with, the collaborative culture among graduate students, and opportunities he was encouraged to pursue. Read about Pedro's graduate school experience & current position: cla.umn.edu/polisci/news...

Professor Jane Sumner connected with fair goers on their perception of small business owners at this year's Minnesota State Fair. Learn more about her experience at the Fair and research project: cla.umn.edu/polisci/news...

How does the balance of power work when a U.S. President pushes for more? Professor Tim Johnson @trjumn.bsky.social discusses this question with BYU Radio. www.byuradio.org/top-of-mind-...

Through the Urban Scholars program, Leandro Idiarte was able to see government from the inside. He spent the summer learning how things work, decisions are made, and how much teamwork & communication matter. Learn more about Leandro's internship experience: cla.umn.edu/polisci/news...

This summer, Kat Jensen was a TRIO McNair Scholar. Through the program, she researched democratic backsliding, gained knowledge on the graduate school system, and connected with McNair alumni. Read more about Kat's summer research and McNair experience: cla.umn.edu/polisci/news...

What is it like to work on a re-election campaign? This summer, political science student Charley Rathgeber worked as an Intern on the Campaign with Minneapolis's Mayor Jacob Frey. Learn more about her internship experience at cla.umn.edu/polisci/news...

Minnesota is avoiding the gerrymandering frenzy for now. Professor Andrew Karch offers insight into what redistricting in Minnesota could look like. @minnpost.bsky.social www.minnpost.com/politics-pol...

In the graduate program, @rachaelhouston.bsky.social (PhD '22) felt "encouraged, valued, and supported, as a scholar and as a person." The mentorship, teaching, and research prepared her for her current role as Assistant Professor of American Judicial Politics. cla.umn.edu/polisci/news...

Professor Howard Lavine joins @fox9mn.bsky.social to discuss how President Trump fired the head of the BLS to do something in reaction to the job numbers: www.fox9.com/news/trump-f...

Unions used to wield a large amount of political and social power, says lecturer Tim Collins, but business owners and corporations have done everything in their power to undermine this influence, in @mndaily.bsky.social opinion: mndaily.com/294946/opini...

Lecturer Paul Soper says that Minnesota's moralistic political culture might help explain the state's security position in @startribune.com: www.startribune.com/minnesota-ca...

Professor Ron Krebs and others write how a less legalistic system would help protect democracies in new @foreignaffairs.com article. www.foreignaffairs.com/united-state...

Congratulations to @trjumn.bsky.social on receiving the @apsa.bsky.social Law & Courts Lasting Contribution Award for his coauthored article "The Influence of Oral Arguments on the U.S. Supreme Court." Learn more about the article and its impact: cla.umn.edu/polisci/news...

In @minnpost.bsky.social opinion, Professor August Nimtz writes about how declaring Cuba to be a potential security risk because of its ties to China and Russia could provide justification for even more drastic actions. www.minnpost.com/community-vo...

By studying away for a semester at University of Hawai'i at Hilo, political science student Karen Guise learned about Hawaiian culture, Indigenous governance, and restorative justice. Read about Karen's study away experience on our website or at: cla.umn.edu/polisci/news...

What's possible with a political science degree? Sammy Ambrosy (B.A. 2020) reflects on his experiences as a political science student and how his degree has prepared him for his current position as Executive Assistant with the Minnesota Attorney General's Office. cla.umn.edu/polisci/news...

What can New York City's mayoral primary tell us about the future of democratic socialists in Minneapolis? Professors Andrew Karch and Howard Lavine offer insights to @startribune.com www.startribune.com/minneapolis-...

Congratulations to Professor Michael Minta @mminta.bsky.social on receiving the Academic Unit Service Award! This award recognizes exceptional service that has strengthened the functioning and climate of the recipient's unit at the University of Minnesota.

While polls show Congress members are unpopular in MN, Professor Kathryn Pearson @kpminnesota.bsky.social says the ratings were favorable. However, Congress' popularity could decline over U.S. involvement in Iran and conflict over the budget bill @startribune.com www.startribune.com/minnesota-po...

Professor Mark Bell @marksbell.bsky.social joined @wccoradio.bsky.social to talk about the latest in Iran. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

Outside of some demonstrations and unrest, Minnesota doesn't have much history of political violence, says lecturer Tim Collins in @mndaily.bsky.social. mndaily.com/294615/opini...

Up until now, there has been a perceived "rupture between state and society," Professor Arash Davari told @mprnews.org. However, he is noticing a shift that could be emerging since Israel launched its attacks on Iran. www.mprnews.org/story/2025/0...

Professor Kathryn Pearson @kpminnesota.bsky.social joined @mprnews.org to discuss the rise in polarization and threat of political violence. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Professor Jane Sumner says the One Big Beautiful Bill Act was a much wider economic impact than just higher education @mndaily.bsky.social. mndaily.com/294516/campu...

Congratulations to Professor Kathleen Collins for receiving Fulbright Global Scholar Award and CLA Social Sciences Research Grant to support her research on pathways of postcommunist reform. cla.umn.edu/polisci/news...

Political science lecturer Tim Collins says the targeting of international students is meant to appease the right by targeting two groups they distrust: universities and immigrants in @mndaily.bsky.social opinion. mndaily.com/294472/opini...

Recent political science graduate Amara Omar found the UMN an "amazing place to actually get engaged politically." From classes and student government to grassroots activism and an internship, she was involved with what she is passionate about in a variety of ways. cla.umn.edu/polisci/news...

Jacob Richter studied political science because he is fascinated by geopolitics and international trade. During his undergraduate career, he took classes that aligned with his interests, was involved in USG, and interned with Senator Amy Klobuchar. cla.umn.edu/polisci/news...

We are excited to announce that Professor Kathryn Pearson @kpminnesota.bsky.social has been named Associate Dean of Undergraduate Education and Director of the University Honors Program! cla.umn.edu/polisci/news...

During her undergraduate career, political science student Cierra Phillips has gained a great foundational base from her experiences in the classroom, research opportunities, and leadership positions. Her next stop after graduation: law school. cla.umn.edu/polisci/news...

So excited to write this commentary, with @rachaelhouston.bsky.social and the blueskyless Grace Hertzog, about what the Court can do to save itself and, in so doing, save the U.S. from an authoritarian presidency. @umnpolisci.bsky.social @umncla.bsky.social

Congratulations to Deniz Kaptan, a third-year political science graduate student, on receiving the Hella Mears Fellowship! This fellowship will support her research on religious groups that exist as non-state & non-violent actors and their emergence & diffusion in time. cla.umn.edu/polisci/news...

In recognition of her outstanding work, on the basis of merit, research, leadership, and other accomplishments, we are proud to announce that Professor Fazal @tanishafazal.bsky.social has been named a 2025 Distinguished McKnight Professor! cla.umn.edu/polisci/news...

While local politics may not get nearly as much news or social media attention, its proximity to people’s lives helps drive community engagement, says Internship Director and Instructor Paul Soper in @mndaily.bsky.social opinion. mndaily.com/294116/opini...

Still time to book for @hmkinsella.bsky.social’s (University of Minnesota) talk on ‘Civilian Harm Mitigation Strategies in the U.S. Department of Defense’ – which takes place at Exeter College at 3.30pm on Mon 5 May. Book now: ow.ly/83aL50VCqAw

American politics powerhouse and professor Kathryn Pearson @kpminnesota.bsky.social has been named @umncla.bsky.social's 2025 Dean's Medalist. Learn how she came to specialize in American politics, her current research, and her approach to teaching: cla.umn.edu/news-events/...

Professor Paul Goren discusses the stigma around partisan labels during times of high political polarization in @mndaily.bsky.social opinion: mndaily.com/293952/opini...

Anlin Thachil has always been interested in activism and diversity studies. In recognition of her work to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion at the University of Minnesota, Anlin has received the 2024 Scholarly Excellence in Equity and Diversity award. cla.umn.edu/polisci/news...

Professor Tim Johnson @trjumn.bsky.social discusses the uncharted territory the US finds itself in after judge finds cause to hold Trump admin in contempt, with @kare11.bsky.social. www.kare11.com/article/news...

Professor Andrew Karch co-authored new @cato.org research brief on how over time, licensing has gradually spread from higher-risk, more complex jobs to lower-risk, less complex ones. www.cato.org/research-bri...

Congrats to Professor Timothy R. Johnson @trjumn.bsky.social for receiving the 2025 Vickie R. Courtney Award for Outstanding Service to University Senate Governance! This award acknowledges individuals who have made a significant impact on University Senate governance. cla.umn.edu/polisci/news...