Blog Entries - August 2009

Threats of Violence in Policy Disputes

arterton@gwu.edu — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 05:00:00 +0100

In the early 1970's, liberal leaders were criticized for their failure to condemn in the strongest possible terms the disruptive activities of radicals, some of whom went so far as to take over campus building, plant bombs and rob banks. Responsible political leaders of all stripes have a moral obligation to restrain the aggressive behavior of the extremes among their followers. Thus did John McCain move to tamp down aggression when anti-Obama sentiment in the fall campaign be [...]

Do Something

bryce222@gwu.edu — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 05:00:00 +0100

In my humble opinion, the bars here in Washington, D.C. are unlike any other bars in the country. Where else can you consistently find CNN always on, the conversation unusually wonkish, and the majority of clientele in suits? It is a different world to be sure.

In these uncommon environments, there hasn't been a single time that I have met someone without the subject of social action and activism coming up. DC residents are passionate. Whether it is the environment, the economy, [...]

Resource for Jobs in Politics

bryce222@gwu.edu — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 05:00:00 +0100

We are putting together a comprehensive resource for young people wanting to gain in-depth information about careers in politics.

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