Professor of Political Science Rosalyn Cooperman, who is also chair of the Department of Political Science & International Affairs, was quoted in a column by the Fredericksburg Free Press. In the piece, titled “Thank you to the professor who has been taking my calls for almost 30 years,” Cooperman shed light on Professor of Political Science Stephen Farnsworth as a colleague. She wrote in an email that much of what she knows about Virginia politics she learned from the man who now carries the title of “professor emeritus.”

“As a former journalist (though I don’t think Steve would have made that distinction, as he believed that once a journalist, always a journalist), Steve had a keen understanding of political issues and events — who made decisions and the impact of those decisions on the public,” Cooperman wrote. “And, he could explain those issues, events and decision-makers in an accessible and unbiased way that made clear why they were important. He also has a fantastic sense of humor and can’t resist finding humor in the often-absurd scenarios in political life.” Read the article in the Fredericksburg Free Press.

Professor of Political Science Rosalyn Cooperman, who is also chair of the Department of Political Science & International Affairs, was quoted in an article by the Daily News-Record. In the piece, titled “Beth Macy hopes to make history in 6th District by being first woman to win in it,” Cooperman said that Macy could bring a practical approach to governing. Read more in the Daily News-Record.

 

Professor of Political Science Rosalyn Cooperman was featured by DW News, a German public broadcast service, in a segment titled “How severely has the shutdown affected the American people and the broader economy?” In the segment, Cooperman responds to a question about the shutdown, saying “I’m here in Virginia and we have two Democratic senators. One who is up for reelection in 2026  who is still voting no. He was not among that group that crossed over to try to find a deal, a way back to end the government shutdown. The other senator was elected in 2024 and so is not facing voters until 2030.” Throughout the piece she continues to add her expertise in response to questions from an interviewer. Watch on Youtube.

Professor of Political Science Rosalyn Cooperman had her article, “Gender and Party Polarization in the US Congress: Hypervisibility and Invisibility,” published in the Journal of Policy History.

Also this month, Cooperman will assist in asking questions of the candidates at the public political debate for Virginia’s 65th District House of Delegates on Thursday, Oct. 2, at 7 p.m. where incumbent Joshua Cole (D) will face off against Sean Steinway (R) in George Washington Hall’s Dodd Auditorium.

 

 

Rosalyn Cooperman, professor and chair of the department of political science and international affairs, was highlighted in an article for the Center for American Woman and Politics titled, “What will 2025 bring for women’s representation in the Commonwealth of Virginia?” Reflecting on upcoming shifts, Cooperman notes, “In 2024, Virginia had four of its 11 congressional seats occupied by women… Virginia’s congressional delegation will be down two women as Representatives Abigail Spanberger (VA-7) and Jennifer Wexton (VA-10) are each retiring.” Cooperman’s analysis emphasizes the evolving dynamics of women’s representation in Virginia’s federal and state-level politics, especially with gender and reproductive rights on the ballot in 2025. Read the article.

Cooperman, was also quoted by World News – What Finger News in an article titled “Why women’s issues and campaign finances are in the spotlight.” Cooperman said, “Sure, I think there are a couple of things to recognize when we talk about campaigns and even campaign finance. The Electoral default here in the United States still remains male so a majority of men are running for elected office and a majority of men also fund political campaigns. That said, with Kamala Harris running as the Democratic nominee and certainly Hillary Clinton before her in 2016 we see women as very capable fundraisers. We also have seen in terms of voting women are more reliable voters in the United States than men.” Read the article.