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IOP Fellows and Study Groups Leaders Push for Changes After Exclusive Biden Invite List
Leaders of the Fellows and Study Group program at the Institute of Politics said they are advocating for a “more inclusive system” after resident fellow Mike Donilon’s associates were passed over for invitations to former president Joe Biden’s invite-only appearance last Wednesday.
At IOP, Mayors of Rust Belt Cities Ponder Paths for Renewal
The mayors of three Rust Belt cities across the northern U.S. came to the Institute of Politics to discuss their effort to attract jobs, capital, and people to areas that have shrunk dramatically over an era of deindustrialization, emphasizing the potential of universities and redevelopment efforts to create new growth.
Joe Biden Applauds Harvard’s Resistance at Private Kennedy School Event
Former United States President Joe Biden celebrated Harvard’s decision to defy demands from the Trump administration at a private Institute of Politics seminar with senior advisor Mike Donilon on Wednesday afternoon.
Joe Biden To Headline Invite-Only Event at Harvard Wednesday Afternoon
Former United States President Joe Biden will speak at the Institute of Politics on Wednesday afternoon for an off-the-record study group with his long-time adviser Mike Donilon, a fellow at the forum.
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.
Panelists Condemn Weak International Response to Sudan at IOP Forum
Experts in African politics and international conflict called for renewed attention and a stronger global response to Sudan’s civil war at an Institute of Politics forum on Tuesday, exactly two years after the conflict began.
HOOP Organizes Silent Demonstration at Jake Sullivan IOP Forum
Eight Harvard affiliates unfurled banners above the John F. Kennedy Jr. Forum to protest former National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan’s role in Israel’s war in Gaza as he spoke at an Institute of Politics forum on Tuesday.
African Leaders Call for Action on Trade and Accountability at IOP Forum
Two prominent African leaders said the Trump Administration’s tariffs will diminish U.S. influence and weaken diplomatic relations with African countries during a Friday Institute of Politics forum, just under a week after Trump’s 10 percent tariffs took effect.
Sherrod Brown Tells Students Not to ‘Cave’ to Trump at IOP Forum
“I talked to every group I’ve met on campus — I asked them to stand strong against Trump attacks,” Brown said. “How important it is that an institution with this reputation, globally and nationally, stand up and don’t compromise with some of the most important things we stand for as a nation.”
‘It’s Not Working’: Former Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo ’93 Bashes Trump’s Tariffs at IOP Forum
Former Governor of Rhode Island and Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo ’93 condemned the Trump administration’s rollout of tariff policies at a Wednesday forum at the Institute of Politics.
Peter Beinart Asks Harvard To ‘Lose With Dignity’ in Standoff With Trump at IOP Forum
Peter Beinart, the editor-at-large of the liberal publication Jewish Currents, said Harvard could only maintain its “self respect” by resisting Donald Trump’s demands against the University at an Institute of Politics Forum on Tuesday.
Spiritual Leader Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Promotes Importance of Civic Involvement at IOP Forum
Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, a world-renowned spiritual leader, encouraged attendees at a Monday Institute of Politics forum to cultivate a rich civic life amid rising political tensions.
Former Peruvian President Slams Peru’s Congress at IOP Forum, Calls for New Generation of Leaders
Former President of Peru Francisco Sagasti criticized Peru’s sitting Congress as corrupt and authoritarian at a forum hosted by the Harvard Institute of Politics on Friday evening, saying he hoped a new generation of lawmakers could introduce necessary reforms.
‘Be Nice to Allies’: Former Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns Emphasizes Diplomatic Civility at IOP Forum
Former United States Ambassador to China R. Nicholas Burns stressed the importance of maintaining strong relationships with U.S. allies in limiting Chinese global influence at an Institute of Politics forum on Wednesday.
Historian Jon Meacham Says America is in ‘Moral Crisis’ at IOP Forum
Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Jon E. Meacham said the United States was at a “crossroads” and called on Americans to remain committed to the fight for democracy at an Institute of Politics forum Wednesday.
