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McDowell Quoted in Fortune Article on the Ties Between Military and Economic Strength

“A strong military makes a currency more appealing because it’s a signal to foreign investors that their assets are safe,” says Daniel McDowell, Maxwell Advisory Board Professor of International Affairs. “It matters because a strong defense projects security of assets in a way that is distinct from the financial regulations in a country.”

August 13, 2026

The Effects of Recalling Health Insurance and Health Care Experiences on Policy Attitudes

Emily Thorson, Emma Dreher

The article, co-authored by Associate Professor of Political Science Emily Thorson and Maxwell alumna Emma Dreher, was published in the Journal of Health Politics, Policy and Law.

August 13, 2026

The Effects of Policy Success Versus Failure Narratives

Sarah Pralle, Emily Thorson

Co-authored by Sarah Pralle and Emily Thorson, both associate professors of political science, the article was published in Policy Studies Journal.

August 13, 2026

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