New Blog - Why the Radical Right has Turned to the Teachings of an Italian Marxist Thinker

Antonio Gramsci, the Marxist theorist, ideologue, philosopher and journalist, has long been associated exclusively with communism and socialism. The late Italian thinker’s ideas have travelled the world, influencing elites and mass publics alike. Remarkably, Gramsci has gained a following among the radical right as well, meaning among those whose political aspirations are in many ways the exact opposite of Gramsci’s Marxism. How?

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CIPS Research Initiatives: Call for Applications

CIPS is pleased to announce the launch of a new ‘CIPS Research Initiative (CRI)’ competition.  Independent from the CIPS Research Networks, the CRIs are intended to spur new collaborations and outputs. We encourage innovative, cutting-edge proposals on contemporary challenges in international affairs, designed to contribute to on-going scholarly and/or policy debates. One proposal will be funded up to a maximum of $10,000.
Application deadline: October 15th, 2024

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Conference on Afghanistan: Changing the Approach and Reversing the Trajectory

Join us in-person on September 18, 2024 for a full day conference on Afghanistan entitled “Changing the Approach and Reversing the Trajectory”. The Conference will discuss the current multifaceted crisis in Afghanistan with a focus on the ongoing international efforts to adopt and implement a new integrated approach to Afghanistan.

Details: Wednesday, September 18th, 9:00am-5:30pm, FSS 4007

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Upcoming Event - The Unfinished Quest: India’s Search for Major Power Status from Nehru to Modi

T.V. Paul will join us for a discussion of his book The Unfinished Quest: India’s Search for Major Power Status from Nehru to Modi. This book differs in its focus on status perspective which is often missing in popular books on India’s rise, as scholars and journalists who write about India tend to neglect this important socio-political concept.

Details: Friday, September 6th at 11:30am, FSS 5028

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