David A. Hopkins

David A. Hopkins is an associate professor of political science at Boston College.
03
Oct
Trusting the science

Trusting the science

Why have so many Americans turned against the idea of expertise in public affairs? David A. Hopkins on how the government has become increasingly reliant on experts, and experts have become increasingly influenced by politics.
10 min read
25
Jun
Strange multitude

Strange multitude

Who controls the U.S. Democratic Party? David A. Hopkins on its old guard, new left, and the challenge of winning elections with such a diverse set of forces and factions.
14 min read
14
Dec
Take two

Take two

Why is Donald Trump beating Joe Biden in U.S. polls? David A. Hopkins on the transformational global forces driving support for Trump and the populist right.
12 min read
22
Jun
Next generation

Next generation

What’s behind the accelerating shift of younger Americans toward the Democratic Party? David A. Hopkins on the far-reaching consequences of a widening generational divide.
12 min read