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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Best way to recover from #APSA receptions? An 8am Saturday panel! Join @povertyscholar.bsky.social and I at our Author Meets Critics panel for "Uncivil Democracy" w/ all-star panelists @joesoss.bsky.social, @veslamaeweaver.bsky.social, Lisa Miller, Kimberley Johnson, & @devincaughey.bsky.social.

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Any #APSA2026 folks looking for a 2pm panel and love talking about finance and central banking? (Who doesn’t?) Come to the Fed politics panel in Marriott Tufts!

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Nathan Kalmoe (he/him) @nathankalmoe.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

This is essential reading. 👇🏻

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Don Moynihan @donmoyn.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

If "power-shifting" sounds vague and you would like more specificity, the good people at the Empowering Democracy Initiative have you covered with guidance from a mix of researchers and former govt officials. e.g. @sbagen.bsky.social @profsorelle.bsky.social democracyempowered.org/reports.html

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Alex Hertel-Fernandez @awhf.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Over the past year, Sam Berger, Sophie Jacobson, and I have been thinking about how a federal rebuilding must center power-shifting, building civil society power for democracy. In @donmoyn.bsky.social's Substack we wrote up our lessons; we're excited to share what we're learning! 1/

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Looking forward to participating in this awesome virtual conference on #APE work later this summer!

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Duke Sanford @dukesanford.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

In the latest Policy 360 episode, @profsorelle.bsky.social explores the themes in her new book "Uncivil Democracy: How Access to Justice Shapes Political Power," including how to harness power, politics and justice to create effective public policy for everyone. sanford.duke.edu/story/power-...

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Finally found the perfect job for AI: Step 1: make last minute plans to host for drinks Step 2: tell chatbot the random ingredients you have that might reasonably go in a cocktail Step 3: sigh in relief when it provides a viable list of potential options despite your lack of mixers/preparation

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

California bound and looking forward to giving this talk @pomonacollege.bsky.social!

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Come be my colleague @dukesanford.bsky.social! I'm chairing this search for the inaugural Rosen Family Professor of the Practice--an experienced scholar-practitioner--and am happy to field questions via the email in the job post. More details in the posting below 👇👇👇

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Just a reminder this is happening tomorrow! You still have time to register if you want to join in the conversation with @povertyscholar.bsky.social and I about #peoplepower #accesstojustice #housing #tenantorganizing

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

Come join us January 28th @ 3:30pm on Zoom for a great conversation about @povertyscholar.bsky.social's and my new book, Uncivil Democracy: How Access to Justice Shapes Political Power! #peoplepower #accesstojustice #housing #tenantorganizing Register using the QR code below 👇👇👇

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Jamila Michener @povertyscholar.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

A book never feels real until you hold it in you hands. @profsorelle.bsky.social & I can now confirm that Uncivil Democracy is real! If you care about #peoplepower #housingjustice, #tenantorganizing & transforming our perverse political economy, this is a book for you. Order here: bit.ly/3NLYCCw

A side by side of two photos of the same book, being held by each author with a box of more books in the background.

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

Look what just arrived! Excited to share that @povertyscholar.bsky.social and my new book hits shelves this month! If you're interested in #justice, #housing, and building collective #PoliticalPower, this book has something for you! You can order here bit.ly/3NLYCCw or at your favorite bookstore.

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Working w/@povertyscholar.bsky.social-first as a PhD student looking for advice from a new AP and then as a research partner-has shaped how I approach many aspects of my work. She is *brilliant*, compassionate, and genuinely dedicated to making things better for people. So thrilled for you, Jamila!

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

Time for one of my favorite holiday traditions. The Hater's Guide to the Williams-Sonoma Catalog has landed!

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Carrie Baldwin-SoRelle @carriehbs.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

Once I saw a paper on condom use among bear-bear* couples that was indexed under the Animal Studies heading in PSYCinfo. Always test your filters, #MedLibs friends *It was for a review on a gender & sexuality topic, so yeah. That kind of bear.

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 21/09/2025

Excited to get my copy of Alex's new book on housing policy and politics!!

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

It was extremely helpful to be able to cite their 2011 survey in my tenure and promotion materials--especially because I'm in an interdisciplinary department where people may not have a reference point for publishers/outlets. You can help others by participating in the update!!

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 26/08/2025

🚨🚨Hey #polisky job market folks! My former colleagues at Lafayette are hiring two positions: American/public law (provost.lafayette.edu/2025-26-gov-...) IR/CP (provost.lafayette.edu/2026-27-gl-a...). Great students, great colleagues, great department chairs for both! You should apply!

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2025-26 Government and Law Department, Assistant Professor of American Politics · Provost · Lafayette College

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

Are you a #polisky grad student/early career person going to #APSA? Want to network but hate cold emailing strangers? Want to talk about publishing, the job market, tenure, policy/APE, etc? A beverage is on me for the first two who email/chat. Don't be shy (esp. women, LGBTQ+, first gen folks)!

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

I'll be returning to campus this fall as the inaugural Tony and Teddie Brown Associate Professor of Public Policy. I am excited to have earned tenure at Duke and humbled to receive this specific endowed chair (more on that later). I've been sitting on this news for a while now...

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 14/06/2025

Love to see the hometown crowd! (Which includes my parents-both in their 70s)

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

Hey #polisky folks, new info coming soon on #COPPR26 conference! It's a great opportunity to present your work on policy scholarship with an amazing and active community. Follow @polprocessrsch.bsky.social to keep up to date!

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apsainequality.bsky.social @apsainequality.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

Going to APSA in Vancouver this year and need some additional funding? Applications for the Class & Inequality section support grants are now open! apsa.secure-platform.com/a/solicitati...

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

Really enjoyed getting to engage with Emily and @chloethurston.bsky.social's excellent new book on debt relief. I shared my thoughts on what we can learn from their work about the current mobilization around debt relief--from student loans to medical debt.

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 30/03/2025

Hey there #polisky! Are you a grad student/postdoc going to MPSA and want to talk about research (esp. policy feedback or American Political Economy), publishing, the job market (esp. women, LGBTQ+ folks), etc.? Coffee/tea is on me for the first two who email/chat. Don't be shy!

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

In other news about the most predictable things...

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Scholars Strategy Network @scholars.org · 11/02/2025

@profsorelle.bsky.social's research & teaching explore how public policies shape socioeconomic and political inequality in the United States. She focuses primarily on the politics of credit, debt, and consumer financial protection. Connect with SoRelle: scholars.org/scholar/mall...

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

The #CFPB won billions for consumers w/its rulemaking and enforcement actions over the past 14 yrs. They are the only federal agency created to protect consumer (not bank) finances. Now the Trump administration is trying to stop that work from within. www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...

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CFPB halts work after Trump appoints Bessent as acting head

The consumer watchdog agency was formed in the wake of the 2008 financial crisis. Elon Musk wants to “delete” it.

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

Just heard Wham's Last Christmas in the wild for the first time this year. I guess the holiday season has officially begun.

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 28/11/2024

This take is spot on. The CFPB is the only federal agency designed first and foremost to look out for consumers' finances. All the others were created to protect bank profits. If you want to learn more of the history and politics of this, you can check out my book: press.uchicago.edu/ucp/books/bo...

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Democracy Declined

As Elizabeth Warren memorably wrote, “It is impossible to buy a toaster that has a one-in-five chance of bursting into flames and burning down your house. But it is possible to refinance an existing h...

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Jess Calarco @jessicacalarco.com · 19/11/2024

We don't talk enough about how our under-investments in families can actually help drive women to the right.

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 07/11/2024

Thoughtful take on potential consequences for the administrative state under Trump. I'll add another: if the quality of public services declines, people may ignore/not recognize the intentional sabotage and decide that government is just ineffective, weakening support for future public investment.

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 20/09/2024

If this *gesticulates wildly* is Thursday's news, what in the world is coming in the Friday news dump...

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 11/09/2024

But does he have a secret plan to fight inflation?

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 23/08/2024

Do we think they got to choose their own walk out music?

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 22/08/2024

Come be my colleague at Duke #polisky! The Sanford School has 2 searches this fall: -Asst. prof in criminal justice policy t.co/todtFZLq0l -Asst./Assoc. w/focus on democracy & leadership t.co/7zXFHn4v5S If you're at #APSA and want to talk about either, come find me!

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Duke University, Sanford School of Public Policy

Full service online faculty recruitment and application management system for academic institutions worldwide. We offer unique solutions tailored for academic communities.

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 07/08/2024

It's that time again #polisky! Are you a grad student going to #APSA and want to talk about research (esp. policy feedback or American Political Economy), publishing, the job market (esp. women, LGBTQ+ folks), etc.? Coffee/tea's on me for the first two who email. Don't be shy!

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Policy Studies Journal @psjeditor.bsky.social · 07/05/2024

“Benefiting from programs that are neither visible nor means-tested social welfare policies, like food stamps or public assistance, makes a person less likely to acknowledge using a government social program.” onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/... #PSJ #PolicyStudiesJournal

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 07/02/2024

Excited to share this new piece w/Allegra Fullerton. We propose a policy feedback framework to understand the political consequences of preemption, and we apply it to the cases of state usury law & local LGBTQ anti-discrimination ordinance preemption. Check it out polisky & policysky!

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Shelley Liu @shelleyliu.bsky.social · 22/01/2024

📚🚨 My book, "Governing After War: Rebel Victories and Post-war Statebuilding", will be out on Feb 22 and avail for pre-order! bit.ly/govafterwar ❓: how does rebel governance & social control shape rebel victors' post-war strategies for consolidating power?

Book cover for "Governing After War: Rebel Victories and Post-war Statebuilding" by Shelley X. Liu, published by Oxford University Press.

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Elizabeth N. Saunders @profsaunders.bsky.social · 09/01/2024

📢Announcing Good Authority Teaching Resources📢 Today @goodauth.bsky.social launches new polisky resources: new Good to Know explainers, Good Playlists, topic guides, & more. We accept proposals for explainers & playlists. Details on new resources page. Bookmark it! goodauthority.org/news/good-au...

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Announcing Good Authority teaching resources

American politics, international relations, comparative politics, political science, and more teaching resources from Good Authority!

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Mallory SoRelle @profsorelle.bsky.social · 12/11/2023

Been looking forward to this one for a while! Can't wait to get my copy.

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