USC Dornsife News

The prevailing politics of resentment echo the colonial period in the US, a time when grievances ignited anger and violence.

A USC Dornsife political science professor explores how immigration policy design — not simply messaging — can win support across political divides.

Distinguished Professor of History, Anthropology, and Economics Peter Mancall discusses the deep roots of grievance in American politics.

In foreign affairs, the national security adviser plays a coordinating role, setting the flow of recommendations to the National Security Council and the president, explains Gregory Treverton of political science and international relations.

Nuclear experts from the US and Iran are due to meet in Oman. The turn to diplomacy indicates Trump is erring against reviving a maximum pressure strategy with Tehran.

Before they disturb the fragile politics of the Arctic, would-be expansionists may want to study up on its climes, cultures, and history — specifically how earlier profit-seekers fared when trying to claim northern lands.

After recent tariff news from President Donald Trump’s administration, USC Dornsife economist Monica Morlacco discusses who the import taxes will affect and when — and what the long-term effects may be.

Why is President Trump likely interested in the island nation? International relations professor Steve Lamy explains.

Create a moral panic. Blame it on certain people. Commence monitoring. Deploy droves of security agents. Detain or remove the targets. Sound familiar?