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Moving research from ideas to impact
Where does research show up in daily life? Perhaps it is obvious in a faster diagnosis for patients fighting a drug resistant infection, or in a middle school math class, where new tools can help a teacher follow how every small group is reasoning through a problem. Maybe it’s in the crisis that never comes to pass because policymakers participated in a tabletop exercise that taught them what pitfalls to avoid.
Everywhere and Nowhere, USA
On remaining an American despite many, many years abroad. Photo by Ramin Talaie/Corbis via Getty Images. Photo by Ramin Talaie/Corbis via Getty Images. Turn any article into a podcast. Upgrade now to start listening. Members can share articles with friends & family to bypass the paywall. I have, for my whole life, passionately hated the question “Where are you from?” To answer it, I run through a rapid decision tree in my head. Is the person I’m talking to American?
Robert M. Gates Initiative in American Statecraft launches at William & Mary
Inspired by the legacy of Chancellor Robert M. Gates ’65, L.H.D. ’98, the Robert M. Gates Global Policy Center and William & Mary are launching a signature center for foreign policy teaching and research. The Robert M. Gates Global Policy Center (GGPC) and William & Mary’s Global Research Institute (GRI) are establishing the Robert M. Gates Initiative in American Statecraft.
GRI announces significant investments in applied research at William & Mary
The following story originally appeared on the website for William & Mary’s Global Research Institute. – Ed. Today, as part of a signature initiative of the Provost’s Office, William & Mary’s Global Research Institute (GRI) announced nearly $750,000 in investments in applied research across campus.
What Messages Does Trump’s Iran War Send to China?
When Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi addressed reporters for his annual press briefing earlier this month, he spoke in the typical vernacular of a Chinese Communist Party (CCP) official. Of President Donald Trump’s war in Iran, he said, “A strong fist does not mean strong reason.
American Indifference Is Ukraine’s Best Shot Original
World Events For the embattled country, American apathy might be better than action. Published February 12, 2025 To what I expect must have been no one’s great surprise, Donald Trump’s vow to have the Russia-Ukraine war sorted out before he was even sworn in—or on his first day in office at the latest—did not bear fruit.
Useless at Best, Murderous at Worst Original
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Rumors of the death of ideas have been greatly exaggerated. Our politics may run on vibes, and some combination of influencers and tribal loyalty may shape Americans’ intuitions. Yet there is still a throughline between ascendant ideas and important policy decisions.
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Has World War III Begun? Original
Not yet, but the international order is bifurcating. Published January 8, 2025 With land wars in Europe and the Middle East and tensions running high in Asia, speculation has only grown louder that we are on the brink of or in the early stages of World War III. We are not. There has not been a foreign attack on the U.S. homeland that would motivate the country to undertake a major national effort to preserve our freedom.
No, China Has Not Declared a State of Emergency Over Respiratory Viruses Original
Increasing cases are in line with seasonal trends. Published January 6, 2025 Several viral social media posts claim that China has declared a state of emergency as several respiratory viruses spread rapidly across the country. “⚠️ BREAKING: China 🇨🇳 Declares State of Emergency as Epidemic Overwhelms Hospitals and Crematoriums. Multiple viruses, including Influenza A, HMPV, Mycoplasma pneumoniae, and COVID-19, are spreading rapidly across China,” reads one X post with more than 7.3 million views.
Happy New Year From The Dispatch! | Opinion
From the The Morning Dispatch on The Dispatch Happy Tuesday! Today's the day to finalize those New Year's resolutions, and as for us, we're aiming to roll back our news intake in 2025. Kidding! President-elect Donald Trump on Monday endorsed Mike Johnson's bid for another term as House speaker. "Speaker Mike Johnson is a good, hard working, religious man," Trump posted on Truth Social Monday.
Happy Holidays from The Dispatch! | Opinion
From the The Morning Dispatch on The Dispatch Happy Tuesday! We'd like to wish all our readers who are celebrating a very Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah, and safe travels if you're heading home for the holidays. We'll be back in your inboxes on Friday! And if you're scrambling for a last-minute gift today, consider a Dispatch membership. You'll give your loved one unlimited access to all our great work-fact-based reporting and analysis on the latest in Washington and beyond.
What's Next For Ukraine?
PARIS, FRANCE - DECEMBER 07: (----EDITORIAL USE ONLY - MANDATORY CREDIT - 'UKRAINIAN PRESIDENCY / HANDOUT' - NO MARKETING NO ADVERTISING CAMPAIGNS - DISTRIBUTED AS A SERVICE TO CLIENTS----) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy (R) and US president-elect Donald Trump (L) shakes hands after their meeting at the Elysee Presidential Palace in Paris, France on December 07, 2024.
Did Hobby Lobby Stop Selling Hanukkah Merchandise? Original
Published December 11, 2024 Claims are spreading online that Hobby Lobby—an arts and crafts chain founded by Christian philanthropist David Green—has stopped selling Hanukkah merchandise in its stores. “I know most of us already boycott Hobby Lobby but they have gone even further down the Christian Nationalist’s hole,” one post reads.
Political Unrest Rocks NATO Ally Romania Original
Happy Wednesday! And congratulations to Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson who is set to fulfill her oft-stated, lifelong dream of becoming the “first Black, female Supreme Court justice to appear on a Broadway stage” on Saturday when she delivers a one-night-only performance in the musical comedy & Juliet on the Great White Way. Break a leg, Justice! Syrian rebels on Tuesday named Mohammed al-Bashir as interim prime minister in the country’s transitional government.
Amnesty International Tries to Redefine ‘Genocide’
The conventional definition includes a reference to ‘intent,’ which creates a problem for critics of Israel. Published December 11, 2024 In a shocking development last week, Amnesty International effectively exonerated Israel of genocide. This was easy to miss, and not just because of the recent crush of news. Amnesty’s report, titled “ ‘You Feel Like You Are Subhuman’: Israel’s Genocide Against Palestinians in Gaza,” buried the lede, as journalists say.
Killing Time Original
Death, folk heroes, and populism. Published December 10, 2024 Sometimes a writer chooses his topic, sometimes his topic chooses him. When, on the same day, the news cycle coughs up two different accused killers being celebrated as folk heroes—by opposing tribes, no less—the topic has asserted itself. In theory, it’s an easy one to write about.
Did Jared Kushner Take $2 Billion From Saudi Arabia? Original
A viral online post claims that Donald Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner, took $2 billion from Saudi Arabia and gave the country classified information. “Hunter [Biden] should absolutely go to prison for taking $2 BILLION DOLLARS from Saudi Arabia and giving them classified information, as well as protecting them during their genocide on Yemen,” the Instagram post says.
Viral Video Does Not Feature UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson Original
The brazen assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson on December 4 in New York City has prompted unseemly celebrations of his death by critics of for-profit health insurance—and sleuthing into his background by curious internet users. Some social media users have shared a video that they claim features Thompson bragging about having Democratic Rep. Nancy Pelosi of California “working for us” to procure a government grant for the company. These claims are false.
TikTok Moves to Block Enforcement of Divestment Law
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TikTok Moves to Block Enforcement of Divestment Law Original
The emergency request comes after a federal court ruled the law was constitutional. By , , and Published December 10, 2024 Happy Tuesday! We’re hosting our first Premium Town Hall meeting tonight at 8 p.m. ET. You’ll be able to ask your favorite Dispatchers all your burning questions—but remember, you can only attend this intimate gathering if you’re a Dispatch Premium member. But good news! There’s still time to become a Dispatch Premium member and register for this exclusive live digital event.
No Mandate, But Still a Mess Original
Wanderland What health insurance is, and what it isn’t. Published December 9, 2024 Reactions to the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson have ranged from the insipid to the illiterate to the despicable.
Bashar al-Assad Flees Syria
Plus: Biden closes out his term with a trip to Africa to counter China. By , , and Published December 9, 2024 Happy Monday! Know someone who loves The Dispatch and wants to share their passion for excellent journalism on a hat, sweatshirt, or mug? Check out our updated merch store (we’ve been drooling over the boxes of the samples at Dispatch HQ) and give them a gift that reflects their support for good, honest journalism.
Bashar al-Assad Flees Syria Original
Happy Monday! Know someone who loves The Dispatch and wants to share their passion for excellent journalism on a hat, sweatshirt, or mug? Check out our updated merch store (we’ve been drooling over the boxes of the samples at Dispatch HQ) and give them a gift that reflects their support for good, honest journalism. Tomorrow is the last day you can order merch with standard delivery and guarantee arrival by Christmas Day.
Unpacking the Oral Arguments Over Youth Gender Transition Treatment
WASHINGTON, DC - DECEMBER 04: Transgender rights supporters and opponent rally outside of the U.S. Supreme Court as the high court hears arguments in a case on transgender health rights on December 04, 2024 in Washington, DC. The Supreme Court is hearing arguments in US v. Skrmetti, a case about Tennessee's law banning gender-affirming care for minors and if it violates the Constitution's equal protection guarantee.
Syria: Proxy War or Local Uprising? Original
Outside forces made the Assad regime vulnerable to the rebels’ advances. Published December 6, 2024 When Syrian anti-regime forces swept across the countryside surrounding government-held Aleppo to capture the city in just three days, the speed and success of their advance took even some of the rebels by surprise.
Why Breaking Up Google Is Hard to Do Original
Attention, Dispatch Premium members (and those of you on the fence about becoming Dispatch Premium members): We’re hosting our first Dispatch Premium Town Hall with Steve Hayes and Jonah Goldberg on Tuesday, December 10, at 8 p.m. ET, providing members with an opportunity to interact directly with The Dispatch’s co-founders in an ask-us-anything Zoom call. What do they think of Trump’s Cabinet nominations so far? What’s on the horizon for the 119th Congress?
Claims That Elon Musk Is Not a U.S. Citizen Lack Evidence Original
A viral image circulating on social media claims that billionaire Elon Musk does not have U.S. citizenship. “Elon Musk is NOT a Citizen of the United States and has NO Place anywhere near our government,” it reads. The image has appeared widely on sites like Threads, and Facebook. The claim is false: While Musk was born and raised in South Africa, he became a naturalized U.S. citizen in 2002.
Claims That 15 Restaurant Chains Donated to Trump Are False Original
Published December 5, 2024 A viral image claims that 15 different chain restaurant groups donated to Donald Trump’s presidential campaign. “Restaurants to AVOID who donated to Trump,” it reads. “Not suited for our health anyway.” The post has appeared across sites like Instagram, Facebook, Reddit, and Threads. The message conveyed in the image is false.
What Just Happened in South Korea?
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What Just Happened in South Korea? Original
By , , and Published December 5, 2024 Happy Thursday! Attention Dispatch Premium members (and those of you on the fence about becoming Dispatch Premium members): We’re hosting our first Dispatch Premium Town Hall with Steve Hayes and Jonah Goldberg on Tuesday, December 10 at 8 p.m. ET, providing members with an opportunity to interact directly with The Dispatch’s co-founders in an ask-us-anything Zoom call. What do they think of Trump’s Cabinet nominations so far?
When Drive-By Punditry Goes Wrong Original
An anti-globalization critique says a lot more about the critic. Published December 4, 2024 Readers of Capitolism surely know by now that I try to keep things light and impersonal here, but American Compass’ Oren Cass has encouraged me to make today’s column an exception.
Secretary DeSanctimonious Original
Ron DeSantis leading Trump’s Pentagon makes sense for both. Sort of. Published December 4, 2024 All you need to know about the quality of Donald Trump’s Cabinet is that he’s reportedly considering someone for defense secretary whom he once accused of grooming underage girls for sex … … and it’s universally agreed that person would be a major upgrade over his current nominee for the position.
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