‘Horse-race’ coverage may hinder Senate candidates
News coverage focused on strategy over policy can hinder the success of candidates in US Senate races, research finds.
Jan. 12, 2021 • ~6 min
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Joe Biden says 'no time to waste' as climate team unveiled
The US president-elect says the team will lead his "ambitious plan" to combat climate change.
Dec. 20, 2020 • ~3 min
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4 ways to close the COVID-19 racial health gap
In the U.S., people of color are more likely to die of COVID-19 than whites. The new administration can change this.
Dec. 9, 2020 • ~9 min
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Can the US revive the Iran nuclear deal?
With the incoming Biden administration aiming to rejoin the Iran nuclear deal, an expert explains why its beneficial for both the US and Iran.
Dec. 4, 2020 • ~6 min
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Biden cabinet: Inner circle get key posts as John Kerry named climate envoy
The former secretary of state is among the names announced for key roles in the new US administration.
Nov. 23, 2020 • ~7 min
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Taking the pulse of local politics
Asya Magazinnik finds disparate implementation of national policies in jurisdictions across the United States.
Nov. 19, 2020 • ~8 min
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When scientific journals take sides during an election, the public's trust in science takes a hit
When the scientific establishment gets involved in partisan politics, surveys suggest, there are unintended consequences – especially for conservatives.
Nov. 12, 2020 • ~6 min
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On environmental protection, Biden's election will mean a 180-degree turn from Trump policies
The Trump administration has used executive orders, deregulation and delays to reduce environmental regulation. Biden administration officials will use many of the same tools to undo their work.
Nov. 12, 2020 • ~6 min
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From Space Force to Artemis: what Joe Biden presidency may mean in orbit and beyond
With a new president in the White House and NASA's chief administrator resigning we can expect changes to space policy.
Nov. 11, 2020 • ~8 min
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Biden's climate change plans can quickly raise the bar, but can they be transformative?
After four years of the US government undoing climate change policies and partnerships, a Biden administration has a chance to rebuild that leadership. But success will require more than quick wins.
Nov. 10, 2020 • ~7 min
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