Heine Analyzes Implications of Trump’s Policies on Latin America

Jorge Heine, Research Professor at the Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies at Boston University and former Chilean Ambassador to China, recently shared his insights in an interview with Project Syndicate’s “Say More” series, discussing the challenges Latin America faces in light of U.S. President Donald Trump’s policies.​ Heine highlighted that Trump’s actions—such as…

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Slobodian on Trump’s ‘Billionaire Cabinet’ and the Rise of Silicon Valley Power

Quinn Slobodian, Professor of International History at the Pardee School of Global Studies, examines the unprecedented dominance of billionaires in Donald Trump’s second administration in a recent commentary published by The Guardian. Slobodian argues that while wealth and power have always been intertwined in American politics, the scale, sector, and strategy of elite influence are…

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Trump’s Second Term: Garcević on Implications for the Balkans

Ambassador Vesko Garcević, Professor at Boston University’s Pardee School of Global Studies, provided insights into the potential impact of Donald Trump’s second presidential term on the Balkans across multiple media platforms. In the BBC Serbian Service article “What does Trump’s return mean for the Balkans?”, Garcević argued that the Balkans would likely only attract Trump’s…

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Slobodian Dissects Trump’s ‘Billionaire Administration’

Professor Quinn Slobodian, Professor of International History at the Pardee School of Global Studies, recently appeared on CBC Radio’s Front Burner podcast to discuss the unprecedented influence of billionaires in Donald Trump’s second administration. With figures like Elon Musk, Peter Thiel, and David Sacks playing key roles, Slobodian examines how the Trump White House is…

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Trump’s Return to White House: Garčević and Mako Analyze Potential Changes

Former president Donald Trump’s return to the White House following Tuesday’s stunning election points to major shifts in U.S. foreign policy should he follow through on his campaign promises. Faculty members from the Pardee School share their expert views on Middle East peace prospects and NATO-Ukraine relations. Middle East Peace Prospects and Regional Dynamics Assistant…

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Selin Discusses Climate Policy Implications Following Trump Victory with French Media

As various environmental experts weighed in, Selin provided a measured analysis of the Inflation Reduction Act’s future under a second Trump presidency. “Elle a déjà prouvé son efficacité, en matière d’emplois créés. Il ne voudra pas et ne pourra pas la supprimer facilement” [“It (the IRA) has already proven its effectiveness in terms of jobs created.”]

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Selin Discusses Climate Politics in U.S. Presidential Election with Swedish Media

Pardee School Professor Henrik Selin explains why climate policy has taken a backseat in today’s U.S. presidential election: “The campaign has centered on swing states and issues undecided voters consider important. Less than one percent of those living in the country will determine the election,” he tells Swedish newspaper Dagens ETC.

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Adil Najam Provides Expert Commentary on Trump-Harris Debate

Adil Najam, Dean Emeritus and Professor at Boston University’s Pardee School of Global Studies, offered live commentary on the Trump-Harris debate for Geo TV News, Pakistan’s largest TV network. His analysis provided a global perspective on the debate, focusing on its international ramifications and offering insights into the complexities of U.S. election dynamics for a…

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Garčević Interviewed on Trump’s Current Electoral Strategy

In an interview with Radio and Television of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BHRT), Ambassador Vesko Garčević, Professor of the Practice of International Relations at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, discussed former President Donald Trump and the impact of his criminal arraignment on his campaign strategy for the 2024 presidential election. Garčević rationalized President…

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