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Taylor Discusses President Zelensky’s Visit to the US in Newsweek Article

Brian Taylor, professor of political science, tells Newsweek that Zelensky's visit is "well-timed" and intends to signal that U.S. support remains strong, despite the Republican Party soon taking control of the House.

January 2, 2023

McFate Weighs in on US Providing a Patriot Missile Defense System to Ukraine in Washington Examiner

“I think the first implication is that it is a signal to Russia. It's a signal to NATO. It's a signal, perhaps, to Republicans in Washington, D.C., that this is an escalation that is not on par with things in the past, even like HIMARS,” says Sean McFate, adjunct professor in Maxwell's Washington programs.

December 26, 2022

See related: NATO, Russia, Ukraine

Murrett Piece on Achieving Peace in Ukraine Published in The Hill

"As the war in Ukraine approaches its 11th month, it is a good time to take stock of the enduring impact of the conflict and to look forward to the prospects for a negotiated settlement that will provide the basis for near-term and sustained security for the Ukrainian people," says Robert Murrett, professor of practice of public administration and international affairs.

December 21, 2022

Maxwell Student Delegation Honored at Model UN Conference

The students received a Distinguished Delegates award while representing the Russian Federation.

December 9, 2022

Taylor Talks to Forbes About What the Future Holds for Russia

Brian Taylor, professor of political science, discusses the war’s progress, the state of the Russian economy, Russian attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure, Vladimir Putin’s view of Ukrainian sovereignty and other topics. 

December 9, 2022

“As if I Were an Illegal”: Racial Passing in Immigrant Russia

Lauren Woodard

"'As if I Were an Illegal': Racial Passing in Immigrant Russia," authored by Assistant Professor of Anthropology Lauren Woodard, was published in Cultural Anthropology.

November 23, 2022

See related: Civil Rights, Migration, Russia

Khalil Quoted in USA Today Article on Biden’s Meeting With Israeli President Herzog

Osamah Khalil, associate professor of history, tells USA Today the meeting between the leaders could have an impact on the United States' efforts to garner more support for Ukraine.

October 28, 2022

Taylor Weighs in on Mysterious Deaths of Russian Businessmen in Vox Article

At least 15 Russian businessmen and executives have died in apparent accidents or by suicide in the last eight months, including a number of Putin allies. Brian Taylor, professor of political science, sees “more than just randomness” in the deaths.

October 21, 2022

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Taylor’s “Code of Putinism” Makes Forbes List of Books to Read About Russia and Ukraine

"An excellent place to learn more about the Russian leader [Vladimir Putin] is Syracuse University Professor [political science] Brian D. Taylor’s 'The Code of Putinism'," writes Stuart Anderson, author of the Forbes article.

October 13, 2022

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Murrett Quoted in Newsweek Article on Putin’s Strategy Regarding Ukraine

"He doesn't have many good options at this point, especially with the current posture, especially in eastern and southern Ukraine," says retired Vice Admiral Robert Murrett, professor of practice of public administration and international affairs.

October 12, 2022

Taylor Talks to 3AW About Why Russia May Have Sabotaged Nord Stream Pipelines

Professor of Political Science Brian Taylor discussed the leaks in two Nord Steam pipelines that run between Russia and Germany with 3AW.

September 30, 2022

Abdelaaty Quoted in Politico Article on Russian Asylum-Seekers

Lamis Abelaaty, associate professor of political science, was interviewed for the Politico article, "The coming fight over Russian asylum-seekers."

September 29, 2022

McFate Discusses Putin’s Partial Mobilization of Russia in Newsweek Article

"I think it's an act of desperation," says Sean McFate, adjunct professor in the Maxwell-in-Washington program, of Putin's announcement.

September 23, 2022

See related: Russia, Ukraine

Taylor Talks to CBS News About Former Soviet Leader Mikhail Gorbachev

Former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev has died at the age of 91. Brian Taylor, professor of political science, spoke with CBS News about Gorbachev's legacy.

August 31, 2022

Taylor Talks to The World About Ukraine’s HIMARS weapons

Professor Brian Taylor was interviewed for The World segment, "Ukrainian HIMARS weapons could be game-changer."

August 26, 2022

Taylor Featured in Vox Article on Moscow Car Bombing

Professor Brian Taylor was featured in the Vox article, "Everything we actually know about the Moscow car bombing."

August 23, 2022

See related: Russia, Ukraine

Taylor Talks to Newsweek About Putin’s Narrative on the Success of HIMARS in Ukraine

Professor Brian Taylor was quoted in the Newsweek article, "Putin Finds Scapegoat in U.S. HIMARS, Builds Case for War With West."

August 11, 2022

McDowell Speaks with CNN About Russia’s Gold Mining Operations in Sudan

Daniel McDowell, associate professor of political science, was quoted in the CNN article, "Russia is plundering gold in Sudan to boost Putin's war effort in Ukraine."

August 4, 2022

Taylor Quoted in Newsweek Article on Who Will Lead Russia if Putin Dies

Professor Brian Taylor was quoted in the Newsweek article, "Who Leads Russia If Putin Dies? Health Rumors Spark Succession Questions."

July 25, 2022

See related: Government, Russia

McDowell Speaks with Grid About Russia’s Gold Reserves

Daniel McDowell, associate professor of political science, was quoted in the Grid article, "Russia’s bright, shiny anti-sanctions weapon: Inside the billion-dollar business of ‘blood gold’."

July 21, 2022

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