AU Center for Congressional & Presidential Studies

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AU Center for Congressional & Presidential Studies

@au_ccps

@AU_SPA’s Center for Congressional and Presidential Studies. Serving scholars, students, policymakers, & the public to foster a more reasonable public square.

Washington, DC Katılım Ekim 2018

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AU Center for Congressional & Presidential Studies@au_ccps·17h

'People turn to news for affirmation instead of information. This has to stop if we want to turn the tide on political entrenchment. Instead, check your sources and listen to all points of view,' says former VA Rep Tom Davis at the final Spring 2026 CCPS Dialogue on Democracy.

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AU Center for Congressional & Presidential Studies@au_ccps·1d

Thanks to former U.S. Rep Tom Davis (VA-11) who explained how U.S. politics have become so polarized and entrenched in political identity. Hint: the primary system, the media and money are key factors. A replay of the final CCPS Dialogue on Democracy this semester coming soon.

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AU Center for Congressional & Presidential Studies@au_ccps·1d

Congress is increasingly for those “who are more interested in scoring political points on social media or on cable news than it is for people who want to try to make bipartisan deals,” says @AU_SPA Prof David Barker @barkerccps in @csmonitor csmonitor.com/USA/Politics/2…

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AU Center for Congressional & Presidential Studies@au_ccps·2d

IN ONE HOUR - Engage across viewpoints with former Virginia Congressman Tom Davis on the challenges & opportunities facing the nation. Register at link or QR code; walk-ins welcome. american-spa.swoogo.com/Crossroads

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AU Center for Congressional & Presidential Studies@au_ccps·2d

👉TONIGHT @ 6:30 pm - A thoughtful Republican perspective on US democracy at a pivotal moment w/ former congressman Tom Davis (VA-11) Register here or scan below: american-spa.swoogo.com/crossroads

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School of Public Affairs@AU_SPA·10 Nis

Gain a thoughtful Republican perspective on US democracy at a pivotal moment w/ former congressman Tom Davis (VA-11) w/ @AU_CCPS. Engage across viewpoints to grasp the challenges & opportunities facing the nation. 🗓️ 4/20 🕑 6:30 PM 📍SIS Founders Room 👉 american-spa.swoogo.com/Crossroads

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AU Center for Congressional & Presidential Studies@au_ccps·15 Nis

Dialogue, Democracy, Perspective, Crossroads - these big ideas come together next Monday 4/20 @ 6:30 pm in this important conversation sponsored by CCPS Register: american-spa.swoogo.com/Crossroads

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AU Center for Congressional & Presidential Studies@au_ccps·13 Nis

🔜 @AmericanU undergrad and grad students register for this 2 wk summer class to get real-world experience from veteran campaign professionals

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Join SPA’s Campaign Management Institute, May 11 to 24, 2026, hosted by @au_ccps. Learn how political campaigns really work from Director Quentin Fulks @quentinfulks and industry experts. Open to professionals and non degree students. Apply by April 10: american.edu/spa/ccps/cmi.c…

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AU Center for Congressional & Presidential Studies@au_ccps·13 Nis

🗓️ 4/20 ⏰6:30 PM 📍@AmericanU SIS Founders Room 🔗american-spa.swoogo.com/Crossroads

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AU Center for Congressional & Presidential Studies@au_ccps·8 Nis

We run 4 intensive institutes at @AU_SPA on Advocacy, Campaigns, European Advocacy, and Negotiation ➡️ Students register NOW for the Advocacy and Campaign institutes in May ➡️ Non-degree students register by 4/10 📸 @AmericanU students in Brussels learning about European Advocacy

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AU Center for Congressional & Presidential Studies@au_ccps·7 Nis

In 2 weeks, former Congressman Tom Davis (VA-11) discusses 'American Democracy at a Crossroads: A Republican Perspective' 🗓️4/20 at 6:30 pm ET 📍@AmericanU SIS Founder's Room 🥤Light refreshments served 🔗Register here american-spa.swoogo.com/crossroads

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AU Center for Congressional & Presidential Studies@au_ccps·31 Mar

🗓️ Register today for 2-wk institute starting May 11 📝 Learn through instruction, simulations, case studies 📱 Scan QR code below for more information

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AU Center for Congressional & Presidential Studies@au_ccps·27 Mar

ICYMI - watch this discussion about negotiating, deal-making, and AI with @AmericanU Govt Prof @barkerccps - part of an ongoing series of conversations with prominent thought leaders about how to strengthen democracy in the US and abroad. youtube.com/watch?v=nDojtj…

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AU Center for Congressional & Presidential Studies@au_ccps·25 Mar

🗓️ Register today for 2-wk institute starting May 11 📝 Taught by industry experts, sharing best practices and real-world experience 💡 Learn through instruction, simulations, case studies 📱Scan QR code below for more information

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AU Center for Congressional & Presidential Studies@au_ccps·18 Mar

💥TONIGHT @ 5:30 PM - Author and @AmericanU Professor @barkerccps distills his new book Dealmakers (@OxUniPress) into 1-hour! Topics include AI, empathy, crossing aisles, and crossing arms🙅 🔗Registration and more info bit.ly/40FRL0V

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AU Center for Congressional & Presidential Studies@au_ccps·16 Mar

🤫 The secret to dealmaking and successful negotiations might rest with AI - join us Wednesday night at 5:30 pm to learn more! 🔗 Register american-spa.swoogo.com/The-thurber-di…

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AU Center for Congressional & Presidential Studies@au_ccps·16 Mar

The 2026 primaries are happening which means the 2026 Senate Election Edition of Congress on Demand is must-see viewing. Prep for the IL primary tomorrow by flipping thru the floor speeches of two members of Congress in the race. @AU_SPA 👀 congressondemand.us

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AU Center for Congressional & Presidential Studies@au_ccps·16 Mar

Author and @AU_SPA Prof David Barker will share findings from his new book Dealmakers: The Psychology of Legislative Compromise on 3/18 @ 5:30 pm. Can't make it? Buy the book using this 30% discount AUFLY30 at global.oup.com/academic/produ…

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AU Center for Congressional & Presidential Studies@au_ccps·13 Mar

'The defining political divide in today’s America is not really between moderates and ideologues, but between positive-sum and zero-sum views of the democratic process,' says @AU_SPA @barkerccps brookings.edu/articles/what-…

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