Stephen Farnsworth, professor of political science and director of the University’s Center for Leadership and Media Studies, recently commented on the following news stories:Youngkin takes office with immediate focus on education, thrilling some and terrifying others (The Washington Post)Seven school boards sue to stop Gov. Youngkin’s mask-optional order on the day it takes effect (The […]
Political Science Professor Stephen Farnsworth has been quoted in several current national news stories, including the following:After Another Mass Shooting, Another Virginia Governor Tries to Change Gun Laws (The New York Times);Gov. Ralph Northam will convene special session of Virginia legislature to take up gun control (The Washington Post)What Impact Could the Special Session Have […]
Political Science Professor Stephen Farnsworth continues to provide daily commentary in regional and national media on breaking news items. View a few of his current interviews: Liberal Democrats in Va. hope small-dollar donations can sway more voters in The Washington Post; Political Fallout of The Mueller Report on Newsradio WRVA; Democrats Slam Giuliani for Russia […]
Political Science Professor Stephen Farnsworth continues to provide daily commentary in regional and national media on breaking news items. View a few of his current interviews: Sanders: ‘Trump Likes the Idea’ on CTV News Channel, Many Republicans are Calling It Quits on WVTF Radio IQ, NAACP to Protest Northam’s Second Campaign Stop Since Scandal on […]
Assistant Professor of Political Science Emile Lester’s op-ed “Mormonism and the Presidency: Don’t Worry” appeared in The Free Lance-Star on Sunday, Feb. 12. Lester argues that Republican candidate Mitt Romney’s Mormon faith need not be a point of contention for potential voters.
Lester presented on panels at a Renaissance Weekend in Santa Monica, Calif., from Feb. 16 to 20. Renaissance Weekends are private, invitation-only gatherings of innovative leaders, and their families, from diverse fields. Participants are selected on the basis of their professional experience, personal profiles and likely contributions to the program’s breadth and depth.
