Maxwell School News and Commentary
Smullen discusses Syrian air strike on local news channels
Zoli weighs in on US missile attacks on Syria in CBS SF article
“At its best, this strike resets the international norm against use of chemical weapons which the Obama Administration let lapse, gives the beleaguered citizens of the Middle East hope that strong powers will not tolerate these outrageous human rights brutalities against poor civilians … at its worst, this strike could cause larger fights with Russia and Iran …,” says Corri Zoli.
Faricy cited in Christian Science Monitor article on tax reform
Chris Faricy, associate professor of political science, finds in recent surveys that people significantly overestimate the amount of tax middle- and low-income households pay in federal taxes.
Reeher comments on Trump's image after Syrian strikes in The Hill
Grant Reeher, professor of political science and director of the Campbell Public Affairs Institute, says that the ordering and execution of military action in Syria could make President Trump look more conventional, even if the polls look distinctly tepid for him now.
Steinberg article on Trump-XI summit in National Interest
"What is just as important as any specific measure is the overarching recognition that an ongoing process of signaling resolve while also offering reassurance is the only viable way forward in U.S.-China relations," writes University Professor James Steinberg and his co-author on the Trump administrations opportunity to establish stability among the U.S. and China.
Center for Migration Studies appoints Winders as editor of International Migration Review journal
Marvin Lender '63 BA (PSc) honored for entrepreneurship, philanthropy
Smullen discusses the chemical attack in Syria on WSYR-TV
William Smullen, director of National Security Studies, says the best option is for the international community, specifically the U.N. Security Council, to take very strong action against Syria.