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October 21, 2020
How to Find Good Information on Election Night
Americans can expect a torrent of election results after the polls close on Nov. 3. Who has the best information? The Poynter Institute, a well-respected nonprofit journalism center, has compiled a list of trusted sources — including political scientist fellow Mark Jones. Click here for the full list.
Read more at the Pontyer Institute October 20, 2020
Saudi Arabia’s Failed UNHRC Bid Not Just About Human Rights
"The Saudi rejection is illustrative of the decline in Saudi soft power over the past five years and, in terms of timing, is awkward given the Saudi determination to play a more active global role, especially in hosting the G20 this year,” said Center for the Middle East fellow Kristian Coates Ulrichsen.
Read more at the Jerusalem Post October 19, 2020
Ho Elected to National Academy of Medicine
Congratulations to Vivian Ho, the James A. Baker III Institute Chair in Health Economics, on her election to the National Academy of Medicine — one of the highest honors in health and medicine.
Read more at the National Academy of Medicine October 19, 2020
Texas is Much More Politically Competitive in 2020
Trump's negative effect on the Republican Party “catalyzed” the demographic changes already at work in Texas, said political science fellow Mark Jones.
Read more at the Washington Post October 19, 2020
Some GOP Lawmakers Edging Away From Trump
Political science fellow Mark Jones discussed why some GOP politicians, like Sen. John Cornyn, are now publicly distancing themselves from Trump.
Read more at the Texas Standard