Building a well-rounded educational institution starts with bringing the people together. Creating genuine connections nurtured by enlightening discussions is one great path towards a stronger community. This is the heart of Policy and Governance Perspectives, the official podcast initiative of the Schar School of Policy and Government at George Mason University. Tune in to in-depth and thought-provoking conversations about policy, politics, governance, and career pathways. Every student, al ...
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Reserves With Commanders Sean Purdy And Dan Matthews
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50:21Reserves are an often overlooked pillar of American defense and public service. When you dig deeper, you will realize that they are more than just additional fighting forces during times of emergency. David Ramadan takes a closer look at the roles and responsibilities of the United States Army Reserve with his guest co-host Commander Dan Matthews a…
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Freedom Of Speech And Democracy: Defending Civil Discourse In Divided Times With Barbara Comstock And Walter Olson
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41:03Freedom of Speech stands at the heart of American democracy—and yet it faces new challenges in the age of polarization, executive overreach, and digital activism. In this episode, David Ramadan is joined by former Congresswoman Barbara Comstock and Walter Olson, Senior Fellow at the Cato Institute, for a powerful discussion on protecting free expre…
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Dealing With Yet Another Government Shutdown With Steve Ellis
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29:12The United States faces a government shutdown – again. How should we take care of it and what must be done to prevent it from happening at all? David Ramadan talks all about it with guest co-host Dr. Jeremy Mayer, a professor in the Schar School of Policy and Government at George Mason University, and guest Steve Ellis, president of Taxpayers for C…
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The Virginia Way: Bipartisan Lessons In Leadership And Governance With Gov. Robert McDonnell And Gov. Terry McAuliffe
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58:15In an era of political division, two former Virginia governors prove that collaboration and integrity still have a place in leadership. Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Schar School's official podcast, "Policy and Governance Perspectives!" In this compelling discussion, we have the privilege of sitting down with two extraordinary public serv…
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