Maxwell School News and Commentary

"These funds helped pretty good cities be better, as opposed to really helping cities in need to become more viable," says Don Dutkowsky, professor of economics. 

"The issue is trying to balance everything," says David Popp, professor of public administration and international affairs, pointing out that wind energy is not easily stored. "Most of the demand is downstate, where most of the wind energy is upstate."

The Truman award has become the premier graduate scholarship for aspiring public service leaders in the United States. The scholarship seeks to fund students who possess the leadership skills, intellect and passion that will make them “change agents” for the public good in any field. 

Why is free trade popular in the U.S, despite the success of many protectionist candidates in US politics? These syracuse professors explain that protectionist rhetoric is enjoyed by voters, who are ideologically committed to nationalist values such as protectionism, while still seventy eight percent of college graduates believe that free trade is an opportunity for economic growth. 

"Certainly, he [President Trump] won't be shy about using executive powers—that will be the same—but Obama also used his remaining time, especially in his second term, to exercise the rhetorical presidency," says Grant Reeher, professor of political science and director of the Campbell Public Affairs Institute.

"There's a Justice Department regulation that says that the independent council special prosecutor can only be dismissed for cause for misfeasance in office. Certainly, Mueller can't be reasonably accused of that," says William C. Banks, professor of public administration and international affairs.

A Syracuse University/Maxwell School team participating in the National Model United Nations conference was named a “Distinguished Delegation” for its portrayal of Poland. The team will present a slideshow and panel discussion about their conference experience upon their return.