In the Media
The Verge: The Supreme Court’s TikTok ruling is an ominous turn for online speech
Jan. 27, 2025
Jacob Mchangama, research professor of political science and executive director of the Future of Free Speech Project, quoted.
Der Spiegel: “Trump may be gone in four years. The ‘MAGA’ movement will remain”
Jan. 24, 2025
Nicole Hemmer, associate professor of history, quoted.
Nashville Banner: Tennessee bill could jail local elected officials for supporting sanctuary cities amid immigration crackdown
Jan. 24, 2025
Bruce Oppenheimer, professor of political science, emeritus, quoted.
Washington Examiner: Democrats protest too much
Jan. 24, 2025
John Geer, Gertrude Conaway Vanderbilt Professor of Political Science and senior advisor in the Office of the Chancellor, quoted.
CBS News: Extended interview: Historians discuss Trump’s return and the future of politics
Jan. 22, 2025
Nicole Hemmer, associate professor of history, interviewed.
The Tennessean: Trump’s main challenge (again) will be spiritual. Will he rise to the challenge? | Opinion
Jan. 22, 2025
Clay Stauffer, adjunct professor of American studies, authored this opinion piece.
The Conversation: Trump’s executive orders can make change – but are limited and can be undone by the courts
Jan. 22, 2025
Sharece Thrower, associate professor of political science, authored this article.
The Wall Street Journal: Left-wing cancel culture gets canceled
Jan. 22, 2025
Jacob Mchangama, research professor of political science and executive director of the Future of Free Speech Project, quoted.
The Washington Post: Trump pardons almost all involved in Jan. 6 riot, commutes remaining 14 sentences
Jan. 22, 2025
Nicole Hemmer, associate professor of history, quoted.
Reuters: Exclusive: Trump starts new term with 47% approval; Jan. 6 pardons unpopular, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Jan. 22, 2025
John Geer, Gertrude Conaway Vanderbilt Professor of Political Science and senior advisor in the Office of the Chancellor, quoted.