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Harvard Researchers Say Strong Campaigns, Effective Anti-Trump Messaging Boosted Democrats in 2025 Elections
Political scientists at Harvard said Democratic victories in last week’s off-cycle elections were a sign of powerful backlash to Donald Trump’s presidency, but that Democrats could not afford to rest on their laurels ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Rep. Pressley Bolsters Israel-Palestine Peace Movement, Criticizes Trump’s SNAP Cuts at Harvard Square Event
Rep. Ayanna S. Pressley (D-Mass.) took aim at the Trump administration’s cuts to social services and support for Israel’s war in Gaza in a speech to an audience of more than 300 at the First Parish Church on Sunday.
HKS Lecturer Advised Zohran Mamdani on Sustaining Momentum, Avoiding the ‘Obama Trap’
Harvard Kennedy School lecturer Marshall L. Ganz ’64 met with incoming New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani in August to advise his campaign on how to sustain a grassroots movement once in office.
Rep. Seth Moulton ’01 To Face Off Against Sen. Markey in Senate Run
Representative Seth W. Moulton ’01 (D-Mass.) launched his bid for Senate Wednesday in a posted campaign video, denouncing the age of incumbent Ed J. Markey (D-Mass.) in his announcement.
Former Rep. Joe Kennedy III Says The Democratic Party Must Reconnect With Voters at IOP Forum
Former U.S. Representative Joseph P. Kennedy III (D-Mass.) slammed the Democratic Party for being out of touch with voters at an Institute of Politics forum on Thursday night, saying liberals’ defense of “the status quo” alienated Americans in the 2024 elections.
Jon Favreau Slams Democrats at IOP for Ineffective Messaging During Trump Admin
Former Obama speechwriter Jon E. Favreau slammed Democratic politicians for ineffective outreach to voters and a lack of authenticity during the second Trump administration at an Institute of Politics Forum on Thursday night.
Former GOP Senator Pat Toomey, 8 Others To Join Harvard IOP as Fall 2025 Fellows
Harvard’s Institute of Politics announced eight resident fellows on Monday, including former Sen. Pat Toomey (R-Pa.), former Indiana Gov. Eric J. Holcomb, and White House reporters Peter E. Baker and Susan B. Glasser ’90.
California Governor Gavin Newsom Calls for Garber’s Resignation Over Potential Trump Deal
California Governor Gavin C. Newsom wrote on social media on Tuesdya that Harvard President Alan M. Garber ’76 should resign over reports that the University was nearing a deal with the Trump administration.
Congressional Democrats Threaten To Investigate If Harvard Settles With Trump Administration
Fourteen House and Senate Democrats warned Harvard on Thursday that they would consider launching a congressional investigation into any major settlement between the University and the Trump administration.
Headway Over Headlines: Congressman James Clyburn Discusses Democrats’ Weaknesses in ‘Branding’
Congressman James E. Clyburn (D-S.C.), former Assistant Democratic Leader and House Majority Whip, encouraged his party to reevaluate its public image and ideological coherence during a Monday evening IOP forum.
Rep. Pramila Jayapal Says Democrats Should Play Hardball Ahead of Government Shutdown
Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.) said Democrats in Congress may need to pull support for spending ahead of a looming government shutdown in an effort to be “good negotiators” at an Institute of Politics forum on Thursday.
Ex-White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre Says Biden Forced Out of Race by Democratic ‘Firing Squad’
Former White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre lambasted Democratic leadership for attacking Joe Biden like a “firing squad” at a Harvard Kennedy School Institute of Politics forum Wednesday, saying the party should have united behind the former president.
Gun Control Advocate David Hogg ’23 Elected DNC Vice Chair
March for Our Lives co-founder David M. Hogg ’23 was elected vice chair of the Democratic National Committee on Saturday after campaigning to win back young voters who drifted to the Republican party in November.
The Harvard Youth Poll Overestimated Support for Harris. What Caused the Gap?
For the second consecutive presidential election cycle, the Harvard Institute of Politics Youth Poll overestimated support for the Democratic candidate among likely voters under 30 by a margin of more than 10 points.
Pete Buttigieg ’04 Calls Local Government ‘Salvation’ for Dems Under Trump
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg ’04 said state and local government officials will play key roles in advancing the Democrats’ agenda under Trump’s administration.
