The role of corporations and big financial institutions in the U.S. economy and how shareholder primacy shapes the American capitalist system.

UMass Amherst researcher finds more representation—and adversarial exchanges—help women to be heard in political commentary.

In the shadow of the G7 summit in Alberta, regional American and Canadian leaders met in Boston to confront their shared economic crises—and surviving Trump.

If we accept that the convening power of annual summits are productive, then we should restore them to Canadian political life

A new paper argues that AI should be treated as a ‘normal’ technology like electricity or the internet. But it’s far more unknowable

"Congress ate dessert first and cut the number of people without simplifying the rules”

The burden of petrochemical pollution on communities of Color is well established, but the corresponding distribution of economic benefits is unclear.…

The conversations, scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on April 24, May 6 and June 10 in the university’s new multipurpose retail, event and meeting space at 108 North Pleasant St. in downtown Amherst, are free a...

As president proposes new cuts, data shows 11 corporations collectively recorded nearly $500bn in profits since last cuts

The rise of China’s DeepSeek reveals the weaknesses of isolationism as an economic policy

As the Indian government finalizes its blue economy policy, there is a clear case for open, inclusive, and transparent dialogue with all stakeholders.

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UMass Amherst study finds entrenched ruling parties can insulate nondemocratic regimes from being toppled by anti-government protests.

The country must engage in climate diplomacy while simultaneously making consistent and meaningful efforts at home. It has failed to do so.

Elon Musk’s Doge team seems to be using Mark Zuckerberg’s ‘move fast and break things’ motto. That’s not what voters asked for

There have been more than 15 attempts to reform the U.S. government since the early 1900s. Are the lessons of these past efforts even relevant in this age o ...

YouTube is about to turn 20. An unusual research method is unveiling statistics about the platform that Google would rather keep secret.

The Gaza conflict remains a significant and ongoing crisis, despite a ceasefire agreement that came into effect on January 19th, 2025. This agreement has brought some respite, but it is under intense ...

Why America is no longer the home of the free internet

CBO assesses how climate change will pose risks to the United States through its effects on economic activity, real estate and financial markets, human health, biodiversity, immigration, and national ...

The strategic state was conceptualised 30 years ago in response to neoliberal reforms of government and the rise of New Public Management that began in Western democracies in the 1980s. The concept ...

“Good Company” explores the history and political economy of corporations, arguing that the guiding principles of many firms have evolved to place shareholders above all else.

The free workshop, scheduled to run Jan. 7-28, is co-hosted by the schools of Public Policy and Earth and Sustainability.