Politics
America’s Political House Can Become Less Divided
A variety of social science interventions can make Democrats and Republicans feel less ire toward each other — at least for a while
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What Makes Companies Choose Dark Money?
New research sheds light on the strategies corporations use to conceal their political activity Based on the research of Timothy…
It Only Takes Seconds to Alert Facebook Users to Fake News
Amid a pandemic and looming election, curbing misinformation is urgent Based on the research of Tricia Moravec In the Information…
Weathering a Partisan Storm
Despite their leaders’ efforts, federal agencies are anchored by mission and statutes — for now While the United States grows increasingly politically…
‘Fake News’ Can’t Be Flagged Down
Even when the content is flagged as potentially false, Facebook users believe headlines that align with their political beliefs Based…
McCombs Alum Leads UT System Shake-Up
New University of Texas System Board of Regents chair, Kevin Eltife, BBA ’81, prioritizes working with the Legislature. by London…
10 Tips for Business Success in 2019
Research tips from Texas McCombs will improve your workday and sharpen your focus. Last year’s business insights can lead to this…
Political Misfits in the Workplace
Being the only conservative or liberal political voice at work can determine how long employees stick around. Based on the research…
How to Handle Political Disputes With Co-Workers
Love your job, but can’t handle the political viewpoints from your colleagues? Four ways to cope when the discussion gets heated.…
Politicians Who Pass on PACs Get More From CEOs
Business PACs have gotten a bad name, but banning their campaign contributions could have worse side effects. Candidates who refused…
Why Politicians Spend Billions on Wasteful Economic Development Incentives — and Love It
Richard Florida, the bestselling urban development author and senior editor at The Atlantic, talked with Professor Nathan Jensen about his…
Nine Business Lessons We Learned in 2017
We learned plenty in 2017: How to build a stronger business network, what technology means for the future of accounting,…
Tax Reform, Explained — Well, Some of It
Lawmakers are talking about tax reform, tax cuts, and something called budget reconciliation. Here’s what it means and where we stand.…
CEO Politics Can Spur (or Stifle) Business Innovation
Political affiliation offers more reliable clues about a CEO’s inclination to take risks than factors like age or education By…
Looking for a Trustworthy CEO? Hire a Military Vet
For companies hoping to avoid hassles with the IRS, financial restatements, or class-action lawsuits, consider a military background for your…
Q&A: Business, Boycotts, and Backroom Politics
Consumer boycotts can cause politicians to back away from a business—at least publicly By Steve Brooks Flickr/Joe Brusky When the…
Your Health Coverage Will Change. Here’s How.
Texans fall into five groups. Each needs health care and will feel the effects if the ACA is repealed. What…
Leadership Lessons Drawn from the Past
To sharpen your focus, think historically. Abraham Lincoln’s second inauguration on March 4, 1865. Henry Kissinger once said, “The problem in…