Scott Barrett speaks about the necessity of collective action in addressing problems like COVID-19 and climate change.

A review says Miguel Urquiola "deserves credit for highlighting American academic research pre-eminence and giving a plausible description of the historical process that made it possible."

As the November 2020 election draws closer, Lincoln Mitchell is among the commentators who warn that voters must be prepared for the possibility that President Trump will reject the result.

Kenneth Prewitt considers whether recent appointments at the U.S. Census Bureau signify a partisan turn for the agency and its work.

The COVID-19 pandemic underscores both U.S.-China conflict and the increasing importance of soft power in the networked world, writes Fumiko Sasaki, creating opportunity for Asian nations otherwise caught in between the two.

The COVID-19 crisis has highlighted the risks of unhealthy diets and the extreme fragility of the global food system, writes Mauricio Cárdenas.

Alexis Wichowski examines how New York City dealt with an urgent need for massive quantities of personal protective equipment for emergency workers.