Dyson News

Melvin Williams, associate professor of media and communications studies, was quoted in a Reuters article that examined Beyonce's recent appearance at Vice President Kamala Harris's Houston, Texas rally and its implications for her star power and political influence. "Beyonce is one of the entertainment industry’s most powerful women at a historic time when (politically and positionally) the most powerful woman in the U.S. is running for U.S. President," said Williams. He said he was uncertain that Beyonce would reach voters who have questions about Harris. "We must acknowledge that celebrities are great political advertisers, but they are not guarantors of political victory for candidates."

Mark Weinstock, clinical associate professor, economics, spoke to the Associated Press on the presidential campaign and the differences between the major candidates’ economic plans. “The biggest differences [between Trump’s and Harris’s plans] are in housing and taxes. Harris would like to offer first time homeowners a $25,000 grant in order to make a down payment on a home. The other main difference between the two candidates is without doubt in terms of taxes. Trump will cut taxes far more than Harris will.”

Veronika Dolar, PhD, associate professor in Dyson College’s Economics Department, shares her insights on labor and health economics.

Clinical Associate Professor of Economics Mark Weinstock, MA, spoke to PIX 11 about the economic implications of Walgreens' plan to close 1,200 stores nationwide.

Clinical Assistant Professor of Political Science Laura Tamman, PhD, was quoted in a National Journal story on New York’s 17th Congressional District race between incumbent Republican representative Mike Lawler and former Democratic representative Mondaire Jones. She also appeared on Fox talking about the race.

NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Philosophy and Religious Studies Adjunct Professor James Brusseau, PhD, about the ethics of creating and using artificial intelligence chatbots using a person's voice.

Layne Davis ‘25, Peace and Justice Studies, Political Science, delivered a statement on October 16 to the United Nations General Assembly First Committee, which considers issues of disarmament and international security. The statement called for greater engagement in youth inclusion and disarmament education.

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