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School of Public Policy in the News: 2009

PC World, November 2009- James Prieger, associate professor of public policy, was quoted in an article "Study Calls for U.S. Programs to Address Broadband Demand," which focuses on the suggestions of a tech-focused think tank for the U.S. Government to create programs to address the demand for broadband. Read the article.

November 16, 2009, The Davenport Institute presents "Policy in the Shadow of the Moon: A Space Policy Symposium," on Tuesday, November 17, 2009. Events begin at 11 a.m., in the Drescher Campus Auditorium. Symposium event details.

City Journal, November 13, 2009 - Pete Peterson (MPP '07), executive director of Common Sense California, authored an essay entitled "More Than Zero," wherein he discusses Gen X civic participation based on a recent national study. Read the essay.

Graphic, November 12, 2009 - School of Public Policy's Davenport Institute hosts symposium to address the future of space travel. Read the article.

November 11, 2009, Claire Morgan, director of the Social Change Project at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University, comes to the School of Public Policy on Monday, November 16, to discuss the Mercatus Center's distinctive philosophical views, potential internship, and education opportunities with Mercatus, and her work in development from a political perspective. Morgan's lecture, "Ideas for a Free Society," begins at 12 noon, in Room LC159 on the Drescher Graduate Campus, Malibu. Read more about Claire Morgan.

World Development Journal, November 9, 2009 - Luisa Blanco, assistant professor of economics, authored an article entitled "Life is Unfair in Latin America, But Does it Matter for Growth?," wherein she analyzes the effect of inequality on economic growth in Latin America. Read the the article.

Front Porch Republic,November 7, 2009 - Ted McAllister, the Edward L. Gaylord Chair of Public Policy, authored an essay entitled "The Romance of Conservatism," wherein he argues that conservatism is a aesthetic understanding of life that depends on the moral imagination rather than reason to apprehend the defining truths of human reality. Read the essay.

November 6, 2009, Economist Jerry Ellig comes to the School of Public Policy on Monday, November 9, to discuss the nuts and bolts of how regulation currently works in Washington, D.C., provide information about the trends over the past few decades, and suggest ideas for changing the regulatory process. His presentation begins at 12 noon, in the Drescher Graduate Campus Auditorium, Malibu. Read more about Jerry Ellig.

The New York Times, November 2, 2009 - Wilfred McClay, 2009-2010 William E. Simon Distinguished Visiting Professor at the School of Public Policy, was quoted in a blog post entitled "Candidate's Religion Is Point of Contention in Queens Race," wherein he comments on voters having the right to know the religion of a political candidate. Read the the article.

November 1, 2009, School of Public Policy students Mitchell Anan, Morgan Beach, James Bieber, Violeta Duran, Erik Hurtado, and Lindsay Young will be presenting their papers on a student panel "Latin America Has Issues; Public Policy Analysis," which was coordinated by assistant professor of economics Luisa Blanco, at the Pacific Coast Council of Latin American Studies (PCCLAS) at El Camino College on November 6, 2009. The student's participation in the conference was funded by the School of Public Policy Dean's Excellence Fund. The School of Public Policy at Pepperdine University, through the coordination of Blanco, will be hosting the 2010 PCCLAS Annual Conference at the Malibu campus from November 5-6, 2010. Read more about the annual PCCLAS conference and view paper titles of student presentations.

October 30, 2009, New student blogs launched: Meet new student blogger David Mansdoerfer (MPP candidate '11). Get a first-hand look into the life of a first-year School of Public Policy student. Read the new student blogs.

The Wall Street Journal, October 29, 2009 - Wilfred McClay, 2009-2010 William E. Simon Distinguished Visiting Professor at the School of Public Policy, authored an op-ed entitled "A Discipline in Denial ," wherein he discusses the battle over funding for political science projects versus "real science" projects. Read the op-ed.

October 29, 2009, New student blogs launched: Meet new student blogger Megan Garth (MPP candidate '11). Get a first-hand look into the life of a first-year School of Public Policy student. Read the new student blogs.

October 28, 2009, New student blogs launched: Meet new student blogger Ryan Donohue (MPP candidate '11). Get a first-hand look into the life of a first-year School of Public Policy student. Read the new student blogs.

October 27, 2009, New student blogs launched: Meet new student blogger Christopher Carr (MPP candidate '11). Get a first-hand look into the life of a first-year School of Public Policy student. Read the new student blogs.

October 26, 2009, Richard Rahn, Senior Fellow, Cato Institute and former chief economist for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, presents "Washington and the Economy: Abating or Abetting?" on Tuesday, October 27, 2009. Read more about Rahn's lecture.

October 26, 2009, New student blogs launched: Meet new student blogger David Andrade (MPP candidate '11). Get a first-hand look into the life of a first-year School of Public Policy student. Read the new student blogs.

Front Porch Republic, October 23, 2009 - Ted McAllister, the Edward L. Gaylord Chair of Public Policy, authored an essay entitled "Progressive Liberalism Or: How to Stop Worrying and Learn to Love Big Government," wherein he discusses John McGowan's book American Liberalism: An Interpretation for Our Time. Read the essay.

Contra Costa Times, October 23, 2009 - Michael Shires, associate professor of public policy at the School of Public Policy, was quoted in an article "A recusal question: Experts say there's no reason for Glass to recuse himself from Marina Center decision," wherein he discusses the issue of Eureka City Councilman Larry Glass being able objectively evaluate a local project and vote for what's best in the public interest. Read the article.

October 22, 2009- James Prieger, associate professor of public policy, will present his most recent paper "Demand-Side Programs to Stimulate Adoption of Broadband: What Works?" at The Information and Technology and Innovation Foundation’s conference titled, Policies for Boosting Broadband Demand, on November 5, 2009, in Washington, D.C. Read Prieger's paper.

Ventura County Star, October 14, 2009 - Michael Shires, associate professor of public policy at the School of Public Policy, was quoted in an article "Conference Expected to Draw Figures Key to Fall of the Berlin Wall," wherein he discusses the collapse of the Berlin Wall as one of the most important events of the 20th century. Read the article.

October 5, 2009- The Fall 2009 issue of the School of Public Policy Dean's Report is now available. Features include 2009 commencement, student bloggers, spring faculty lectures, and policy research seminars. Read the Fall 2009 Dean's Report.

October 2, 2009- The lecture "Homeland Security and Federalism," by Matt Mayer, Visiting Fellow at the Heritage Foundation, is now available on iTunes U. Watch the video.

Front Porch Republic, September 29, 2009 - Ted McAllister, the Edward L. Gaylord Chair of Public Policy, authored an essay entitled "Who Was Richard Blaine? Myth, History, and the Great American Conversation," a reflection on the role of history and myth in the formation of American identities and as the necessary resources for democratic deliberation. Read the essay.

The Washington Examiner, September 24, 2009 - Gordon Lloyd, professor of public policy at the School of Public Policy, coauthored an op-ed with David Davenport, research fellow at the Hoover Institution and former Distinguished Professor of Public Policy at Pepperdine, entitled "Health care debate about liberty vs. equality," wherein they discuss the two competing narrative battles of today's health care debate: equality and liberty. Read the op-ed.

The Wall Street Journal, September 21, 2009 - James Q. Wilson, the Ronald Reagan Professor of Public Policy at the School of Public Policy, authored an op-ed entitled "A Life in the Public Interest," wherein he discusses the talent of Irving Kristol and the impact his publication, The Public Interest, had on the public policy realm. Read the op-ed.

September 16, 2009- In celebration of Constitution Day 2009, Gordon Lloyd, professor of public policy, announced the launch of a new section of his Web site Teachingamericanhistory.org., entitled "Constitutional Convention Attendance Record," an interactive tool that visually demonstrates which delegates were present at each meeting of the Convention. View the Constitional Convention Attendance Record.

September 15, 2009- The Davenport Institute at the School of Public Policy will host Matt Mayer, visiting fellow at The Heritage Foundation. Mayer will present "Homeland Security and Federalism" on Thursday, September 17, 2009, from 4 p.m., in SPP Classroom 171. Read more about this lecture and Matt Mayer.

September 11, 2009- James Q. Wilson, the Ronald Reagan Professor of Public Policy, will present "Genes and Free Will" on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, at the Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California. Read more.

September 11, 2009- The School of Public Policy introduces alumni blogs. Several alumni will be blogging about their careers in public policy, reflecting on their experience at Pepperdine in relation to their job, posting commentary about relevant current policy issues, events, and publications. Visit the alumni blogs.

CRIENGLISH.com, September 10, 2009 - Luisa Blanco, assistant professor of economics at the School of Public Policy, was interviewed on the current state of Latin American economies and the path of recovery that is occurring in the region. Listen to the interview.

Ventura County Star, September 8, 2009 - Robert Kaufman, professor of public policy at the School of Public Policy, is quoted in an article "Ugly Fight Forecast for Immigration Reform," which discusses how President Obama's success or failure over healthcare reform may dictate the fate for the nation's illegal immigrants. Read the article.

The New York Times, September 7, 2009 - Wilfred McClay, the 2009-2010 William E. Simon Distinguished Visiting Professor at the School of Public Policy; James Q. Wilson, the Ronald Reagan Professor of Public Policy; and alumnus Troy Senik (MPP '07) are mentioned in an op-ed "The Bloody Crossroads," wherein columnist David Brooks discusses the new magazine Quarterly Affairs which covers "the bloody crossroads where social science and public policy meet matters of morality, culture, and virtue." Read the op-ed.

Star Bulletin, September 6, 2009 - Angela Hawken, assistant professor of economics at the School of Public Policy, is mentioned in an article "Where Hope Thrives," which discusses the research she has conducted on the HOPE program with Mark Kleiman, professor of public policy at the University of California, Los Angeles. The HOPE program is being considered as a model in other states and could double in size in Hawaii. Read the article.

Noozhawk, September 2, 2009 - Rich Danker (MPP '09) authored an op-ed entitled "GOP Still Has Some Explaining to Do on the Economy," wherein he discusses the explanation Republicans owe for the financial crisis of last fall. Read the op-ed.

Southern Economic Journal, July 2009 - Luisa Blanco, assistant professor of economics at the School of Public Policy, authored "The Finance–Growth Link in Latin America," wherein she explores the relationship between financial development and economic growth in Latin America. Read the article.

August 31, 2009- The School of Public Policy launches a Career Services blog authored by Jody Brightman, manager of career services. The blog titled, "Waves of Public Policy," will offer answers to the most frequently asked student internship and career questions about public policy. Read the Career Services blog.

Front Porch Republic, August 31, 2009 - Ted McAllister, the Edward L. Gaylord Chair of Public Policy, authored an essay entitled "The Reluctant Southerner: Reflections on Home and History," wherein he reflects on a 1997 address by Paul Conkin at the Southern Historical Association's convention. Read the essay.

August 27, 2009- James Prieger, associate professor at the School of Public Policy, participated in a panel on "Designing and Assessing Studies of the Impact of Broadband on Productivity," at the National Broadband Plan Workshop on Economic Growth, Job Creation, and Private Investment at the Federal Communications Commission,in Washington, D.C. The workshop was held to evaluate the potential effects of increased broadband penetration and speed on U.S. productivity growth, economic growth, and employment. Watch the video of the workshop.

August 18, 2009- The School of Public Policy and the Charles G. Koch Foundation present a Fall 2009 noncredit reading group "Role Play: The elusive game of defining government." Due to the significant changes in terms of the size of government this decade and the next, we will see a battle between those who believe in bigger government and those who do not. Through this reading group, students will have exposure to the literature related to the role of government in society. School of Public Policy and Seaver College students may apply now to participate in this select reading group. Click here for more information and to apply.

First Principles, August 10, 2009 - Ted McAllister, the Edward L. Gaylord Chair of Public Policy, authored part one of an essay entitled "America's Vital Interests," wherein he discusses Walter Lippmann's views about American foreign policy. Part two of the essay will be published on August 12, 2009. Read the essay.

Los Angeles Times, August 6, 2009 - James Q. Wilson, Ronald Reagan Professor of Public Policy at the School of Public Policy, authored an op-ed entitled "Goodbye to the Chief," wherein he discusses the resignation of Los Angeles Police Chief William Bratton and his impact on the LAPD. Read the op-ed.

JAMA The Journal of the American Medical Association, August 5, 2009 - Angela Hawken, assistant professor economics at the School of Public Policy, was mentioned in an article entitled "Mexican Drug Violence Intertwined With US Demand for Illegal Drugs," wherein Hawken's recent randomized trial of a substance abuse prevention program for individuals who are on probation for drug possession or for property crimes was referenced. Read the article.

Front Porch Republic, August 4, 2009 - Pete Peterson (MPP '07), executive director of Common Sense California, authored an essay entitled "Cocktails at the Dump," wherein he discusses the a new relationship being formed by governments and citizens, one in which governments return to their convening roles, and citizens return to communities founded in self-governance. Read the essay.

July 31, 2009- Bruce Herschensohn, senior fellow at the School of Public Policy, will be hosting weekly U.S. Foreign Policy Roundtables this fall beginning Thursday, September 10, 2009, at 6 p.m. Additional details and RSVP information.

Front Porch Republic, July 31, 2009 - Ted McAllister, the Edward L. Gaylord Chair of Public Policy, authored an essay entitled "The Strange Lament of a Bohemian Conservative."Read the essay.

First Principles, July 20, 2009 - Ted McAllister, the Edward L. Gaylord Chair of Public Policy, authored a book review entitled "Pale Liberalism," on Alan Wolfe's The Future of Liberalism. Read the review.

First Principles, June 26, 2009 - Ted McAllister, the Edward L. Gaylord Chair of Public Policy, authored an essay entitled "Of Ideas and Politics: The Rich Promise of History De-Centered," originally published in Modern Age. Read the essay.

Personal Democracy Forum, June 22, 2009 - Pete Peterson (MPP '07), alumnus of the School of Public Policy, authored an essay entitled "Canoes and Online Communities: Front Porch Forum," wherein he discusses the Web site, Front Porch Forum, which aims to help neighbors connect and foster community within the neighborhood. Read the essay.

June 19, 2009- The School of Public Policy at Pepperdine University has been selected to host the 2010 Meeting of the Pacific Coast Council on Latin American Studies (PCCLAS) on the Malibu campus from November 5-6, 2010. Founded in the 1950s, the PCCLAS is an interdisciplinary organization composed of academics, professionals, students and other persons interested in promoting scholarly research and dialogue between the U.S., Latin America and the Caribbean. For more information on the 2010 conference at Pepperdine, please e-mail faculty coordinator, Luisa Blanco or contact at her at 310.506.7466.  Read more about PCCLAS.

June 5, 2009- The second volume of the student-run publication, Pepperdine Policy Review, is now availble online. Go to the Pepperdine Policy Review Web site

New Geography, June 3, 2009 - Pete Peterson (MPP '07), alumnus of the School of Public Policy, authored an essay entitled, "Salinas and Self-Governance," wherein he discusses his account of how the city of Salinas, California, is taking a unique approach to finding solutions: gathering residents together in a series of facilitated discussions about the budget crisis. Read the essay.

Fox & Hounds Daily, June 3, 2009 - Pete Peterson (MPP '07), alumnus of the School of Public Policy, authored an essay entitled, "Governor Cameron?," wherein he discusses California governor potential in British MP David Cameron. Read the essay.

May 27, 2009- Meet School of Public Policy Student Blogger, Harrison Wolf (MPP candidate '10), interning with the Grameen Bank in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Read Harrison's blog.

May 26, 2009- Meet School of Public Policy Student Blogger, Heather Williams (MPP candidate '10), interning with the Office of U.S. Senator John Ensign of Nevada. Read Heather's blog.

City Journal, May 22, 2009 - Pete Peterson (MPP '07), alumnus of the School of Public Policy, authored an essay entitled "Tocqueville Surfs," wherein he discusses the lessons learned in self-governance from President Obama’s home state of Hawaii. Read the essay.

May 21, 2009- The inaugural dinner and conference of the Jack F. Kemp Institute for Political Economy has been rescheduled for October 21, 2009, at the Willard InterContinental Hotel in Washington, D.C. Kemp Institute Event Page.

May 21, 2009- Meet School of Public Policy Student Blogger, Alison Tolladay (MPP candidate '10), interning with Sustainable Bolivia- Centro de Apoyo Integral Carcelario y Comunitario in Cochabama, Bolivia. Read Alison's blog.

May 20, 2009- Meet School of Public Policy Student Blogger, Ryan McBride (MPP candidate '10), interning with the Senate Republican Policy Committee in Washington, D.C. Read Ryan's blog.

May 19, 2009- Meet School of Public Policy Student Blogger, Nicole Hutchinson (MPP candidate '10), interning with the Clinton Foundation in Kampala, Uganda. Read Nicole's blog.

May 18, 2009- Meet School of Public Policy Student Blogger, Geoffrey Hamel (MPP candidate '10), interning with the City of Salt Lake City, Utah, Mayor's Office. Read Geoffrey's blog.

May 15, 2009- Meet School of Public Policy Student Blogger, Jeffrey Clayton (MPP candidate '10), interning with the U.S. Department of State. Read Jeffrey's Blog.

May 14, 2009- Meet School of Public Policy Student Blogger, Michael Belina (MPP candidate '10), interning for the Clinton Foundation in Rwanda. Read Michael's Blog.

Wall Street Journal, May 8, 2009 - The Jack F. Kemp Institute for Political Economy is mentioned in an article entitled "He Had the Power of a Happy Man," which describes Jack Kemp as a champion of economic freedom. Read the article.

Human Events, May 8, 2009 - The Jack F. Kemp Institute for Political Economy is featured in an article entitled "Pepperdine's Kemp Institute for Public Policy," wherein James R. Wilburn, dean of the School of Public Policy, is quoted on the important timing of the establishment of the institute and Michael Y. Warder, vice chancellor of Pepperdine University, also speaks on how the institute will fill a critical role in Pepperdine’s graduate program. Read the article.

May 6, 2009- The Jack F. Kemp Institute event that was to take place on May 13, 2009, in Washington, D.C., has been postponed until Fall 2009. Read More.

May 4, 2009- Pepperdine University joins a host of friends in expressing sympathy for the family of Jack Kemp at the loss of their husband and father. The University had a special relationship with Secretary Kemp who announced last year his decision to establish an archive of his papers at Pepperdine as the initial step in creating the Jack F. Kemp Institute for Political Economy at Pepperdine's School of Public Policy. Kemp was a founding member of the school's Executive Committee. Read More.

Fox & Hounds Daily, May 1, 2009 - Pete Peterson (MPP '07), alumnus of the School of Public Policy,authored an essay entitled "When the Vending Machines Breaks," wherein he discusses a trend within cities where there is a shift from citizen to "customer." Furthermore, Peterson describes how this trend is not sustainable, but demonstrates the inadequacy of most public polling, specifically on budget issues, and how the relationship between local government and residents is becoming more collaborative and participatory. Read the essay.

Forbes.com, April 28, 2009 - Michael Shires, associate professor of public policy, compiled a list of the worst cities for jobs with Joel Kotkin, presidential fellow in urban futures at Chapman University. Read the article and view the list.

April 23, 2009- The School of Public Policy and Pepperdine University will once again take part in the annual Los Angeles Times Festival of Books at UCLA, April 25-26, 2009. Bruce Herschensohn, senior fellow, at the School of Public Policy will be available at the Pepperdine booth to sign his latest book, Above Empyrean: A Novel of the Final Days of the War Against Islamist Terrorism, on Sunday from 2-4 p.m. Read More.

newgeography.com, April 17, 2009 - Pete Peterson (MPP '07), alumnus of the School of Public Policy,authored an essay entitled "Planning: A Shout-Out For Local Players," wherein he discusses how many cities and towns are discovering that the most creative solutions can be found by legitimately informing and involving local residents in city planning decisions. Read the essay.

April 17, 2009- The School of Public Policy will celebrate 2009 commencement exercises on Friday, April 17, 2009, at 10:30 a.m., on Alumni Park in Malibu, California. Congressman John Campbell will address graduates and receive the honorary doctor of laws. Alan Beard (MPP '99) will receive the 2009 Distinguished Alumnus Award. Read More.

newgeography.com, April 14, 2009 - Michael Shires, associate professor of public policy, authored an article entitled "2009 How We Pick the Best Cities for Job Growth," wherein he discusses the methodology for compiling the list of the Best Cities for Jobs, with Joel Kotkin, presidential fellow in urban futures at Chapman University. Read the article

Forbes.com, April 14, 2009 - Michael Shires, associate professor of public policy, compiled a list of the best cities for jobs with Joel Kotkin, presidential fellow in urban futures at Chapman University. Read the article and view the list.

April 14, 2009- Research by students at the School of Public Policy goes on display Thursday, Apr. 16, for an afternoon fair to showcase their educational and environmental capstone projects. Taking place from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Executive Dining Center on the Drescher Graduate Campus, the students' research highlights policy issues at the local, regional, state, national, and international levels. Read More.

National Review Online, April 8, 2009 - James Q. Wilson, Ronald Reagan Professor of Public Policy, was mentioned in an article titled, "Mind-changing Books," in which his books on crime are called "a strong dose of hard facts that counter mushy rhetoric." Read the article.

April 8, 2009- The School of Public Policy will host an Education and Environmental Policy Research Capstone Poster Fair on Thursday, April 16, 2009, from 3-5 p.m., in the Executive Center Dining Room. Student capstone projects will be displayed and presented in a come-and-go fashion. Read More and See Topics.

March 31, 2009- School of Public Policy student organization, Pepperdine Women in Public Policy, hosts humanitarian aid consultant Andrea Capachietti, April 1, 2009, at noon, in the Drescher Campus Auditorium. Capachietti will be addressing the violation of human rights inflicted on women in regions of armed conflict in a lecture titled "See No Evil: Armed Conflicts and Violence Against Women." Read More.

The University Bookman, March 30, 2009 - Jason Ross (MPP '01), authored a book review on Harry S. Stout's Upon the Altar of the Nation: A Moral History of the American Civil War. Read the book reivew.

March 26, 2009- Dennis Robbins, adjunct faculty at the School of PUblic Policy, will present a lecture on ethics on healthcare reform, today, March 26, 2009, at 12:10 p.m. in SPP Classroom 175. Robbins will discuss how constructive change can create a plan that Americans feel secure with in a lecture titled, "The Ethical Substrate of an Obama-inspired Health Reform." Read More.

March 25, 2009- Now available on iTunes U: "Improving Probationer Compliance through Swift and Certain Sanctions," presented on March 19, 2009, by Angela Hawken, assistant professor of economics at the School of Public Policy. Watch Now.

March 25, 2009- James Prieger, associate professor of economics at the School of Public Policy, and Daniel Heil (MPP candidate '09) coauthored a book chapter entitled “Is Regulation a Roadblock on the Information Highway?", in the Handbook of Research on Telecommunications Planning and Management for Business. Read more.

tech President, March 24, 2009 - Pete Peterson (MPP '07), alumnus of the School of Public Policy,authored a blog entry entitled "Government Needs Smart-sourcing, Not Crowdsourcing," wherein he discusses the Obama Administration's online citizen engagement efforts. Read the blog entry.

March 19, 2009- Pepperdine University’s School of Public Policy has established an Endowed Jewish Scholarship to assist Jewish students in good academic standing pursue the Master of Public Policy degree at Pepperdine University. The scholarship was created by members of the School’s Board of Visitors and friends of the School of Public Policy.

"This scholarship came about through conversations about the wonderful work of the School of Public Policy and the welcoming atmosphere here toward people of different faith traditions at this Christian university," said Michael Y. Warder, vice chancellor at Pepperdine University, "We hope to see the fund grow over time through additional contributions."

The first recipients of the Endowed Jewish Scholarship will be awarded for the 2009-2010 academic year.

March 16, 2009- Now available on iTunes: "U.S. National Security Permanent Values and Interests," presented on March 12, 2009, by James Coyle, adjunct faculty at the School of Public Policy. Watch Now.

March 12, 2009- James Coyle, adjunct faculty at the School of Public Policy, will present a lecture on "U.S. National Security Permanent Values and Interests," today, March 12, 2009, at 12:10 p.m. in SPP Classroom 175. Coyle will speak on how America is unique in the world because of the values on which it has been built. Read More.

March 10, 2009- Now available on iTunes: "Political Challenges Facing the Obama Administration," presented on March 4, 2009, by Victor Davis Hanson, the Spring 2009 William E. Simon Distinguished Visiting Professor at the School of Public Policy. Watch Now.

March 10, 2009- The billions of dollars the United States allocates annually to foreign assistance acts to stimulate humanitarian efforts across the globe and build positive relationships between nations, but is often contested due to arbitrarily chosen initiatives and corruptive foreign governments. In the midst of a massive downward spiral in the economy, will the United States abandon these global humanitarian initiatives?. Read More.

openDemocracy, February 3, 2009 - Kristen Cordell (MPP '05), alumna of the School of Public Policy, authored an op-ed entitled "Combating Sexual and Gender-based Violence: A Key Role for U.S. Women Peacekeepers," wherein she argues that there is an opportunity for the U.S. to have an impact in the international community, specifically in peacekeeping, where it is now all but absent. And it now comes down to the women. Read the op-ed.

March 2, 2009- Now available on YouTube: Luisa Blanco, assistant professor of economics at the School of Public Policy, explores the reasons behind increased leftist movement in Latin America. Watch Now.

February 25, 2009- Luisa Blanco, assistant professor of economics at the School of Public Policy, will will explore the reasons behind increasing liberalism in Latin America on Thursday, February 26, 2009. Read more.

City Journal, February 20, 2009 - Pete Peterson (MPP '07), alumnus of the School of Public Policy, authored an essay entitled "Obama's One-Way Social Networking," wherein he discusses Obama's recent "stimulus house parties," and how their structure suggests that serious public engagement will rarely occur with the Administration.. Read the essay.

February 19, 2009- Michael Shires, associate professor of public policy at the School of Public Policy, will examine the political and economic implications of the budget crisis in conjunction with the national economic disaster and provide insight into both what is likely to happen and what should happen to provide long-term relief. Read more.

Provocations, February 11, 2009 - Pete Peterson (MPP '07), alumnus of the School of Public Policy, authored a book review entitled "Citizens of the World Unite?," on Natan Sharansky’s latest book, Defending Identity. Read the book review.

Fox & Hounds Daily, February 3, 2009 - Pete Peterson (MPP '07), alumnus of the School of Public Policy, authored an op-ed entitled "The 'Moderate Republican' Myth," wherein he describes how today's politics have become so complex, it has caused a deep divide, hurting serious political discussions. Read the op-ed.

San Francisco Chronicle, February 2, 2009 - James Prieger, associate professor of public policy at the School of Public Policy, coauthored an op-ed with David Davenport, research fellow at The Hoover Institution and former distinguished professor of public policy at the School of Public Policy, entitled "Taxes- A Cautionary Tale," wherein they describe the new taxes and the consequences that are to come with a new administration. Read the op-ed.

Institute for Behavior and Health, January 26, 2009 - Angela Hawken, assistant professor of economics at the School of Public Policy, was cited along with her recent research on Hawaii's Opportunity Probation with Enforcement (HOPE) program in a report entitled "HOPE Probation: A Model that Can Be Implemented at Every Level of Government," by Dr. Robert L. DuPont, president, of the Institute for Behavior and Health. Read the report.

January 20, 2009 - School of Public Policy alumni Bryan Small (MPP '08) and Matt Gula (MPP '06), share stories from Obama's campaign trail. More.

Book TV on C-SPAN2, January 17, 2009 - Robert Kaufman, professor of public policy at the School of Public Policy, appeared on Book TV to speak about his book In Defense of the Bush Doctrine, and other foreign policy matters. More.

Fox and Hounds Daily, January 14, 2009 - Pete Peterson (MPP '07), lecturer and alumnus of the School of Public Policy, authored and article entitled "New Nationwide Study Reveals Low Civic Participation in California despite High Election Turnout," wherein he discusses findings revealed in the recently released "2008 California Civic Health Index." Read the article.

January 12, 2009 - Pete Peterson (MPP '07), lecturer and alumnus of the School of Public Policy, authored the forward of the “2008 California Civic Health Index (CHI),” which shows California is far behind the rest of nation in civic participation despite 2008 election turnout. Read the the report.

San Diego Union Tribune, January 11, 2009 - Michael Shires, associate professor of public policy at the School of Public Policy, was quoted in an article entitled "Fallout From Budget Impasse Could Soon Hit Hard and Wide," in which he speaks on the how the state of California could soon be forced to issue IOUs. Read the article.

January 8,2009
Pepperdine School of Public Policy Statement Regarding Jack F. Kemp
University Responds to Former Congressman, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development and Vice Presidential Candidate Jack Kemp’s Announced Illness

The Pepperdine University faculty, staff, students and alumni this week joined the prayers of a host of friends of Jack Kemp in his battle against cancer. In announcing plans last year to establish the Jack F. Kemp Institute for Political Economy at Pepperdine, Secretary Kemp donated to the university his extensive papers that chronicle his many years in public service, as the first initiative of the Institute.

Commenting on a twenty year relationship to Pepperdine, James R. Wilburn, dean of the Pepperdine School of Public Policy, commented, “Jack Kemp’s courage, faith, and indefatigable optimism are a remarkable example for our university community. We are honored to be a steward of his contribution to American political thought, particularly his unique appreciation of entrepreneurial capitalism and his expansive understanding of the American Dream.”

January 20, 2009 - School of Public Policy alumni Bryan Small (MPP '08) and Matt Gula (MPP '06), share stories from Obama's campaign trail. More.

The Washington Post, January 8, 2009 - Bruce Herschensohn, senior fellow in international relations at the School of Public Policy, was quoted in an article titled, "Obama Assembles Powerful West Wing," in which he commented upon President-elect Barack Obama's choice of Cabinet members. Read the article.

Los Angeles Times, January 8, 2009 - James Q. Wilson, Ronald Reagan Professor of Public Policy at the School of Public Policy, authored and op-ed entitled "Crime and Economy Don't Tell Whole Story," wherein he discusses the recent report by the Los Angeles Policy Department that for the sixth consecutive year, crime fell in the city. He notes that the reasons that drive crime rates are unclear . Read the op-ed.

Noozhawk.com, January 7, 2009 - Pete Peterson (MPP '07), lecturer and alumnus of the School of Public Policy, authored and op-ed entitled "Commentary: Deficits Create Surpluses in Democracy in Local Government," wherein he discusses how the current California budget crisis is pushing a growing number of cities and school districts to involve citizens in the decision-making process. Read the op-ed.