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The changing role of courts in U.S. politics: Q&A with Jeb Barnes
Jeb Barnes is a professor of political science at the USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences. (Photo/Peter Zhaoyu Zhou) Share Policy/Law The changing role of courts in U.S. politics:...
View ArticleIn tonight’s presidential debate, what question would you ask the candidates?
USC scholars are thinking about issues that they feel matter to Americans but that might be getting less attention than others.
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Celebrate Constitution Day 2024 with USC
The U.S. Constitution was signed Sept. 17, 1787. (Photo/Mr.TinDC via Flickr) Share University Celebrate Constitution Day 2024 with USC Congress designates Sept. 17 as a day to recognize the value and...
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What the Federal Reserve’s interest rate cuts mean for California’s economy
USC experts say the interest rate cut will influence housing, transportation infrastructure, tech innovation and global trade. (Illustration/iStock) Share Policy/Law What the Federal Reserve’s...
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How Fed rate cuts could fast-track California’s transit upgrades: Q&A with...
Genevieve Giuliano is the interim dean and Distinguished Professor of Public Policy and Ferraro Chair in Effective Local Government at the USC Price School of Public Policy. (Photo/Tom Queally) Share...
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California House poll: Democrats hold slim leads in state’s closest races
A handful of California Republican incumbents are in fights to retain their congressional seats. (Composite: Dennis Lan, USC Price; Image Sources: iStock, Wikimedia Commons) Share Social Impact...
View ArticleTariffs: What are they, who pays for them and who do they benefit?
A USC Dornsife economics professor and expert on trade explains the ins and outs of these international taxes.
View ArticleMeet Schedule F, the executive order President Trump could use to...
USC Price’s William G. Resh explains Republican efforts to purge federal workers — or even entire departments — and looks at the potential consequences.
View ArticleHow a director of national intelligence helps a president stay on top of...
A former White House intelligence official explains the role and how the person in it serves the nation.
View Article24 for ’24: The year’s top stories
It’s been another year of groundbreaking accomplishments, ambitious launches and moving moments for the Trojan Family. Check out all 24 of our favorite stories of 2024; did yours make the list?
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USC White House interns reflect on their time in the capital
USC White House interns show what is possible when academic achievement meets a commitment to public service. (Photo/iStock) Share University USC White House interns reflect on their time in the...
View ArticleWhen school board meetings turn into high-stakes battles
Analysis from USC education policy experts provides a measured look into the issues causing controversy for many local boards.
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Remembering Jimmy Carter: USC Price scholar-in-residence Jane Harman reflects
Jane Harman and her brother, David Lake, meet with President Jimmy Carter at the White House in 1976. (White House photo) Share Policy/Law Remembering Jimmy Carter: USC Price scholar-in-residence Jane...
View ArticleHow U.S. politics and domestic woes derailed Canada’s Justin Trudeau
The prime minister succumbed to unpopularity, party infighting and questions over his response to the incoming U.S. administration.
View ArticleNew City Council member credits time at USC for inspiring his run for office
Danny Hang, a new member of the West Hollywood City Council, says the motivation to mount a political campaign began the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work.
View ArticleIsrael-Hamas deal shows limits of U.S. influence — and the unpredictable...
Both Joe Biden and Donald Trump are taking credit for the ceasefire. A USC expert looks at the deal — and the seemingly unlikely cooperation between the outgoing and incoming presidents’ staffs.
View ArticleUSC Gould professor’s expertise is taxing
Over his 35-year career at USC’s law school, Ed McCaffery has become one of the nation’s leading experts on tax policy and politics.
View ArticleWhy are Californians so pessimistic about the economy?
VIDEO: Mark Baldassare of USC Price’s Bedrosian Center on Governance surveyed Californians to better understand their views on the economy.
View ArticleWanted: Senator, no experience necessary
A growing number of U.S. senators have no elected experience — a trend that USC Price’s Jeffery A. Jenkins says undermines the chamber’s effectiveness and increases extremism.
View ArticleStudy: U.S. presidents funnel federal grants to preferred mayoral candidates
A USC study finds presidents from both parties use federal funds to help mayoral candidates who share their political affiliation.
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