Watch Prof. Irene Bloemraad, Prof. Terri Givens and Prof. Paul Quirk discuss the global impact of the US election
Watch the recording of alumniUBC’s “US Elections 2024: Analyzing the Trump-Harris Showdown” webinar, where UBC POLI experts discuss the US election’s key moments and global impact.
Dr. Terri Givens and Prof. Paul Quirk discuss the impact of Trump’s victory on Canada’s immigration and border policies
Dr. Terri Givens and Prof. Paul Quirk discuss how Trump’s victory could affect Canada’s immigration, border security, and asylum policies.
Prof. Paul Quirk warns of potential violence and unrest if Trump loses in 2024 election
Prof. Paul Quirk cautions that a Trump loss in the 2024 election could spark violence and unrest, reminiscent of the January 6 riots.
Dr. Paul Quirk highlights cognitive decline in Donald Trump’s recent speeches
Dr. Paul Quirk notes signs of cognitive decline in Trump’s recent speeches, including memory lapses and erratic comments.
Prof. Paul Quirk discusses the diminishing power of the ‘The Squad’
Professor Paul Quirk explains that the extent of their “influence was bound to be short-lived” given that the Congressional Progressive Caucus is 10 times larger than The Squad’s membership.
Prof. Paul Quirk comments on Kamala Harris’ influential role in Joe Biden’s past and future presidential runs
In discussing Vice President Harris’ history campaigning for numerous Democratic candidates in key seats and governorships, Prof. Quirk says “she was an effective campaigner, attracting favorable media coverage of her rallies and other events with those candidates.”
Prof. Paul Quirk discusses critical significance of Wisconsin Supreme Court election
If Republican candidate Dan Kelly wins, “not only will the Republican districting remain in place,” says Prof. Quirk, “but Wisconsin may be vulnerable in 2024 and thereafter to a reprise of the 2020 Republican efforts to overturn the state’s election results.”
Prof. Paul Quirk comments on Republican reelection of Chair Ronna McDaniel
“McDaniel has held the position by the grace of Donald Trump’s support,” says Prof. Quirk. “She has catered to his preferences on rules for delegate selection, the sharing of campaign funds, and other issues.”
Prof. Paul Quirk discusses Marjorie Taylor Greene’s motivations amidst speaker of the House voting
Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene’s support for Kevin McCarthy may be difficult to explain, notes Prof. Quirk. “Her mission has always been about promoting herself through conspiracy theories, outlandish provocations, and ultra-Trumpism.”
Prof. Paul Quirk comments on possible Georgia runoff election results
“The way Congress works nowadays, most voters don’t care very much about a Senate candidate’s character, intelligence, or experience,” says Prof. Quirk. “But the main thing is how he or she votes in numerous party-line votes that shape the direction of the country.”